A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

Tom Vann & Dan Dennis
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

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. 819 - Ponytail

    4D AGO

    819 - Ponytail

    • Discussion of Jeff’s Bagel Run and its rotating bagel flavors • Mention of carrot cake bagel with cannoli cream cheese • Dan tried hot sauce Cheez-It bagel, Maisie’s favorite • Fruity Cereal and Sprinkles bagels featured for the weekend • Encouragement to use the Jeff’s Bagel Run app and hashtag TDBagel • Listeners sharing their bagel experiences post-runs • Shoutout to Jeff and the value of listener feedback • Dan and Maisie love the pimento cream cheese • Show begins from the Just Call Moe Studio • Reference to a viral baby whale video clip • Dan and Andrea celebrate 15th wedding anniversary at Otto’s High Dive • Otto’s praised for oysters and Latin food vibe • Dan jokes about telling Andrea to “hop up on this baby whale” • Dan introduces the “going crazy” 2025-26 plan: ponytail, gold/platinum tooth, face tattoo • Sabrina from News Junkie consulted about gold tooth • Heinz Brazil makes gold teeth bottle openers for condiment packets • Joke about Dan being on the cutting edge of weird trends • Chatroom comment compares Dan to the fat kid from Hook • Brendan playfully defended as the coolest guy in the room • Mention of BDM Appreciation Party happening tomorrow • Shoutout to Danger Brain for branding and BDM shirt design • Appreciation of sponsors: Just Call Moe, Fairvilla, Pyro Spot, White Claw, Todd Burney, Marshall Bone Construction • Listener Justin flew in for the BDM event • Listener Suzette flying in, excitement over community gathering • Dan reflects on listeners traveling in for the event as deeply meaningful • April Jennifer Troy to perform a whip and magic show at the party • Jokes and confusion around “erotic whip show” phrasing • April described as magician, whipstress, scientist, and beautiful Asian woman • Dan says April and her wife seem very happy and successful • Mention of a “skidoo” and Dan being high • April asked if she could wear a “bikino” to the event • Term 'bikino' invented by Tom and Dan — possibly a male bikini • Recap of Moe’s Celebrity Bowling Tournament • Brendan wore a Moe jumpsuit • Tom and Dan’s outfits debated — Barf vs. Splinter • Dan jokes about shaving pubes with a BIC razor and baby oil • BDM show shoutout with Sam and Ross • Brendan teased as Oompa Loompa • Dan says Brendan trained fans to roast him like a cuck • Praise for Jason Guy’s kindness and memory for details • John Busteker roasted for snark and fake parking promise • Dan made a 'Pop That Bussy' shirt of Busteker with crazy teeth • Brendan skipped drag for a conservative event • Brendan avoids fake breasts outdoors for safety • Brendan says recent sex was disappointing due to soreness and pubes • Dan emailed his surgeon sarcastically: "dear butcher" • Dan wants Dansby’s paw prints tattooed under his eye • Discussion of Dan’s transformation and ponytail plan • Dan frustrated by post-surgery recovery • Dan jokes about having sex while sore, calls himself "The Littlest Mummy" • Discussion of Canadian Easter vs. Dan’s church-filled childhood Easter • Brendan recalls water guns and egg hunts inside • Dan got an AR-style Intertech squirt gun with banana clip • Realistic toy guns discussed — police stories and orange tip laws • Men slapping balls in parks as part of new "rewilding" trend • Will Blunderfield’s semen retention yoga and pee drinking • Dan jokes about "gooning" and a man named Nautica Malone dying • Chatroom jokes about "goonicide" and "gunneral" • Debate about flashing in bikini café drive-thru and intent • Dog the Bounty Hunter blamed orange juice for public masturbation • Locker room story: Antonio drying off while playing big band music • Dan compares himself to Darkman during awkward anniversary sex • Bungalow on the Bus recorded live with Tom and Dan • Andrea lost 17 lbs with Dr. Powers' InBody program • Dan lost 15 lbs doing macros • Dr. Powers confirmed for BDM Appreciation Event • Brendan called "erroneous" by City Hall • Campo Fiore café blocked by scaffolding — faux marble failing ### **Social Media:**  [Website](https://tomanddan.com/) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) | [Facebook](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive)   **Where to Find the Show:**  [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-p364156/)   **The Tom & Dan Radio Show on Real Radio 104.1:**  [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/)   **Exclusive Content:** [Join BDM](https://tomanddan.com/registration) **Merch:** [Shop Tom & Dan](https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/)

    1h 58m
  2. Nick Swardson

    4D AGO

    Nick Swardson

    • Promotion of TomAndDanWateringHoles.com and featured bars • Tap That Beer House's RFID-based beer wall explained • Highlights of Tap That and 1010 Brewing's community vibe and live events • Shout-outs to Celery City, West End, The Sullivan, and Salty Sisters • Nick Swardson's upcoming Orlando Funny Bone shows • Missed 2019 cruise with Nick due to travel issues • Cruise stories involving Chris Kirkpatrick, Ryan Cabrera, and wild incidents • Chris bought Dan’s wife a signed Silverchair guitar • Nick and Chris got matching tattoos on Train Cruise • Nick vs. Bill Burr debate on cruises’ pros and cons • Cruise stories: diarrhea smearing and hallway accident • Nick’s notorious 2014 Bob Carr show: chaos, drugs, passed-out fans • Elderly ushers unprepared for wild audience behavior • Nick and Dan joke about cocaine use during Lion King • Nick recalls wild comedy audiences in his 20s and 30s • Achieved platinum status with his comedy album • Bob Carr’s lack of security questioned • Reflection on social media's fun early days vs. cancel culture • Nick’s rise with “Party” album and Comedy Central specials • Colleges were peak venues during early 2000s comedy boom • Watch joke story: exposing himself as a gag • Commentary on shifting humor standards and consent in comedy • Started stand-up at 19, picked by HBO in 6 months • Performed at Aspen Festival, signed with Chris Rock’s manager • One of Comedy Central’s youngest half-hour special comics • Taped special at Jamie Kennedy’s, led to Sandler discovery • Cast in Grandma’s Boy after special caught Sandler’s eye • Shared values and humility bonded Nick and Sandler • Nick prefers walking or Uber, doesn’t own a car • Grew up on SNL, felt natural understanding of Sandler’s circle • Spade praised Nick’s scriptwriting on Benchwarmers • Dad was an investigative journalist and writing role model • Wrote clean, universal material to work anywhere • Criticized local comics for lack of drive • Emphasized listening and discipline from his dad • Attended Jennifer Aniston’s birthday at Brad Pitt’s house • Pitt introduced himself mid-conversation, was down to earth • Nick pushes back on idea that Hollywood is fake • Grew up obsessed with fireworks, caused chaos at Galifianakis BBQ • Zach banned fireworks after Nick’s misfire • Stories of fireworks tipping and setting a house on fire as a kid • Expelled from school, used experiences for comedy material • Parents divorced at 13, led to rebellion and drug use • Arrested for weed, sent to court-ordered rehab • Took theater as an easy elective, discovered passion • Acting/improv replaced addiction with performance high • Encouraged by teacher Jan Mandel to pursue acting • Stand-up quickly became his obsession • Chose clean material to go national • Stressed confidence and self-belief • Quit drinking, now only takes edibles for sleep • Encouraged self-reflection off social media • Grandma watched Grandma’s Boy and loved it • Proud the film still resonates with fans • Writing three new scripts to revive rated-R comedy • Grandma’s Boy exploded on DVD despite poor marketing • Film’s test scores rivaled Superbad • Confirmed for Happy Gilmore 2, out July 25 • Promoting Toilet Head live show as one of his last tours • Show features stories about Norm, Grandma’s Boy, and Reno 911 • Final thanks from Nick and hosts ### **Social Media:**  [Website](https://tomanddan.com/) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) | [Facebook](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive)   **Where to Find the Show:**  [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-p364156/)   **The Tom & Dan Radio Show on Real Radio 104.1:**  [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/)   **Exclusive Content:** [Join BDM](https://tomanddan.com/registration) **Merch:** [Shop Tom & Dan](https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/)

    36 min
  3. 818 - Wonka & the Limping Audio Goblin

    APR 11

    818 - Wonka & the Limping Audio Goblin

    • Sponsored by BudDocs.org for medical marijuana licenses • BudDocs offers easy, same-day telemedicine appointments • Dr. Chanlatte curates BudDeals and dispensary discounts • Live from the JustCallMoe.com studio • Rauce joins the Friday Free Show • Rauce plugs “Good Sauce with Rauce and Joel” and their Fringe show • Recap of chaotic BDM $5 shirt-stuffing party at Hourglass Brewing • Koozie stuffing chaos and Tony Rage’s Minecraft-style table slide • Tom stresses over organizing volunteer events • Vince Taylor arrives on wrong date after Tom typo • Vince left his sick mom, showed up in BDM gear, found only fishermen • “Getting Tommied” becomes shorthand for careless screwups • Tom offers to pay Vince’s gas, Vince jokes about his 18-wheeler • Vince plugs his podcast and May 4 Star Wars brunch at Funny Bone • Tom & Dan join Temu affiliate program for cheap party gear • Tom orders tiny gardening shears from Temu, slow shipping • Dan never uses Uber Eats, agrees with Rauce that $5 is a solid tip • Uber Eats vs. old-school pizza delivery and tipping debates • Grocery bag strength becomes a pride topic • Ikea story: listener scans 59 items at self-checkout, gets mocked • Dan prefers real cashier interaction, jokes he brightens their day • Frustration over unpaid labor at self-checkout • Poop story from workplace where someone smeared it on a wall • Hot take: fondue sucks, Tom tips himself • Dan’s daughter loves taquitos, nostalgia for junk food athletes • Temu bag delivery compared to opium ships • Song “Catch These Fizz” by Wet Leg played during break • StreamlineFlorida.com plug for mortgage help from Brian ZIML • Rauce & Joel’s Fringe show titled “10 More Sketches” • Joke about flaunting past awards like Super Bowl rings • Tom wants to be a Kratos-style cool dad • Max learns card tricks on a camping trip • Tom teaches TikTok magic and finds comfort in math-based tricks • David Blaine nostalgia: 1997 special, studio visit after cursing • Listeners revealed levitation secret, Masked Magician reference • Magician Jeff Kaylor sells tricks to pros, Kostya Kimlat shoutout • Tooth Fairy talk leads to joke about Tooth Fairy porn • Celebrities like The Rock and Larry the Cable Guy played Tooth Fairy • Dan mentions hanging with a teen curious about podcasting • Teasers: cruise godmothers, Island Boys, Epic Universe • Song “Apocalypse Soon” by local band Debt Neglector • Fairvilla event plugs: Oral 101, Bootylicious Anal, Sex Toys 101 • Sanford Food Truck Fiesta judged by Angel and Brian Grimes • Dan forgets a studio visit, wears Crocs post-surgery • Dan hides when visitors knock unexpectedly • Student visits about radio but actually loves jazz and R&B • Dan recommends OrlandoBands.com and Ben Gardner • Internships: how Dan got his job after “Apple Annie” incident • Modern interns expect pay; Rauce says timing still matters • Dan jokes Tom’s kids have no dreams, but offers help to listeners’ kids • Dan says he has industry connections to make dreams come true • Rauce confirms Dan has Carrot Top in his phone • Dan compares himself to Willy Wonka of Orlando networking • Rauce visited Epic Universe three times, says it beats Disney • Highlights: Stardust Racers coaster, drink-around-the-universe • Praise for How to Train Your Dragon show and Dark Universe land • Dan wants to dress like Toad and ride Mario Kart drunk • Cruise guy Tony attends MSC christening with celebs • Drew Barrymore named godmother of the ship • Cruise godmother role explained: honorary, free cruise • Listener suggests D-Generation X crotch chop as dream fan moment • Tom dreams of catching an NFL pass • Dan shot on the Magic court thanks to Jeff Turner • Foo Fighters and Green Day inviting fans to play onstage discussed • Parenting efforts often go unnoticed until kids grow up • Moe DeWitt sponsors Rauce’s podcast and Fringe show • Promo for Moe DeWitt Bowling Tournament (sold out) • Tease for April 19 BDM event with erotic magic and DJ Sharp ### **Social Media:**   [Website](https://tomanddan.com/) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) | [Facebook](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive) **Where to Find the Show:**   [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-p364156/) **The Tom & Dan Radio Show on Real Radio 104.1:**   [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/) **Exclusive Content:** [Join BDM](https://tomanddan.com/registration) **Merch:** [Shop Tom & Dan](https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/)

    2h 19m
  4. 817 - Capt. Brock's Revenge

    APR 4

    817 - Capt. Brock's Revenge

    Thanks for watching, folks! - d • Live from Just Call Moe Studio • Friday Free Show kickoff • Plumbing ad for Modern Plumbing Industries • Mention of broken toilet in main bedroom • 10% off promo with Tom and Dan mention • Comedic rap bit with military theme • Jokes push into edgy territory • John Busdecker guest appearance • Busdecker from JustCallMoe.com, Bungalow and the Bus • BDM Appreciation Party set for April 19 in Sanford • Bowling tournament on April 12 • BDM invites sent twice—still open for active members • Silver Linings Band performing 90s covers at BDM party • BDM Todd sponsoring both April events • Venue still secret, but teased • Jennifer April Choi to do whip, fire, magic show in bikini • Dan mispronounces her name, blames Tom for overpromising • Ghost of Manute Bull appears in Twitch chat • T-shirt stuffing volunteer call for April 9 at Hourglass Brewing • Need help folding over 750 shirts and sponsor gifts • Viral boat video: Brock Horner vs. younger boater Gabe • Reactions to “all these m***********s know I’m tough” quote • Video compared to Kenny Powers and Roadhouse • Horner accused of piracy-like aggression; boarding illegal • History: 4 DUIs, 12 arrests; now viral villain • Charter license debate: PTSD, disability, Coast Guard rules • Online fishing communities erupt in response • Tom and Dan fascinated by the drama, not part of fishing world • Gabe’s fear, youth, and over-apologizing made video blow up • Argument over calling a 22-year-old a “kid” • Debate: military service vs. civilian confrontation • Many Florida boaters carry firearms—legal without permit • Discussion on aggression, legality, and maritime etiquette • Segment: “Defending a Monster” explores bridge speed rules • Crystal once yelled at boater—who later helped them • Dan compares boat drama to social media clout culture • Social media has turned fishing into performance • Fishing now likened to poker or gambling • Busdecker shares miserable deep-sea fishing trip • Listener Clark, a tugboatman, calls in • Six-pack license requirements explained • Some boat captains exaggerate experience, drug use rumors • Joke: Deadliest Catch crews on fentanyl • Dream of owning a tugboat for destruction • Joke: old woman offering favors on Lake George tugboat • Crossing guards are paid: $17.31/hr in Orange County • Ideal job for retirees; surprises about staffing and training • Some drivers confront guards over traffic control • Tom waves at guard daily out of obligation • Dan jokes refusing to wave makes you like Brock Horner • Andrea confirms pickup line confrontations are real • Crystal plays dog documentary to nudge Tom • Dogs evolved to understand human cues and pointing • Dan used hand signs with deaf dog Caesar • Evolution of dogs from wolves, emotional mimicry • Busdecker’s service dog trained but has anxiety • Fake support animals vs. real service dogs • Dan’s dog fetches the paper • Mail-on-Mail segment intro plays • Plug: MyEternalVitality.com, hormone balancing • Andrea on Dr. Powers’ nutrition plan • Tom adjusting diet post-hip surgery • Promo: upcoming VIP family event with Moe • Opening day: Detroit vs. Braves • TomandDanWateringHoles.com plug • Debate on show endings vs. infinite podcasts • Shows like Simpsons and Bob’s Burgers keep going • Nostalgia can’t always be recreated—AI won't fix that • Reboots rarely hit: Mr. Show, X-Files, The Walking Dead • Email from fan “Sebastian Monkey Knuckles Gonzalez” • Fan’s been listening since 8, now 23 • Dan jokes about old crushes on radio guys • Busteker lived in England at 22, shares perspective • Moving abroad offers growth, but routines persist • Chuck from Astatula calls in, jokes about rectal prolapse • Chuck describes Presto Hot Dogger device • Dan wants to buy one, excited by sizzling sound • Listener Amy addressed over BDM page sarcasm • Tom clarifies joke, refuses to fully apologize • Joke about $5 shirts and party gifts • Tease about secret Moe event for BDMs • Reminder: April 12 bowling at Oviedo Bowling Center Social Media: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Where to Find the Show: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | TuneIn The Tom & Dan Radio Show on Real Radio 104.1: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | TuneIn Exclusive Content: Join BDM Merch: Shop Tom & Dan

    1h 53m
  5. 816 - Engulp the Favors

    MAR 28

    816 - Engulp the Favors

    • Plumbing issues and appreciation for working toilets   • Joke about tossing waste off balconies   • Modern Plumbing Industries ad, services, and outdoor shower install   • Praise for Modern PI’s reliability and wide service area   • Tom and Dan show intro with Ross McCoy guesting   • Tom fights off a worsening cold, uses vibrating pipe device for lungs   • Gross loogie talk and clearing chest congestion   • BDM Appreciation Week and April 19th Party details   • BDM perks, joke about drunken double sign-ups   • Hollerbach’s Chef Pat 20-year event with surprise belt from Adam Pierce   • Tom’s awkward speech and surprise-ruining moment   • Surprise party debate and Pat’s dislike of surprises   • Praise for pork shank, Tom eats too fast   • Dinner with Norm, Crystal, Simone, Brendan O’Connor, and more   • Tom covers Norm & Crystal’s meal, sparking financial tension with Dan   • Argument over voicemail service and walker re-use   • Sword cane debate and long-borrowed item disputes   • Realization that many friends have helped Tom over the years   • Christine praised for event help and gifting   • Tom wonders if he gives enough, Dan prefers self-reliance   • Favors make people feel good—Tom’s German restaurant favor test   • Ross takes favors, remembers early BDM sod farm party   • Underage bartender and shirtless Ron at wild first BDM bash   • Dan rides with listener who had full-scale marijuana grow house   • High Times photo ops and weed legality vs. old paranoia   • Dan’s electric Vespa project update   • Story of drug dealer with $10k pit bulls   • Ross links dog breeding to party lifestyle   • Ross’s dog confused by barking truck   • Tease of “Snow Brown” story   • Wild NJ police chief antics: pranks, harassment, spiked coffee   • Discussion on toxic prank culture in police departments   • Pee pranks, courtrooms reading gross quotes, and Coke pube clarification   • New music from Laura Jane Grace, the Gamblers, Common Saints, Catbite   • Streamline Mortgage ad with Brian ZIMMO’s proactive refinance approach   • Ross books comedy show in Bunnell (April 3rd) and Bull & Bush Character Night (April 23rd)   • Ram Davasy and Rue Nafasat to host   • Dan dreams of tiny-town living and Hardy’s fried chicken   • Nostalgia for small-town gas stations and authentic Mexican food   • Tom’s maskless pandemic visits to rural towns   • Listener voicemail about hazard light etiquette   • Legality of hazard light use while pulling over   • Parking signal confusion and hazard etiquette on modern vehicles   • Tom’s parking chaos vs. Crystal’s precision   • Ross likens Tom’s methods to AI-generated logos   • Tommy inherits Tom’s improvisational style, forgets backpack   • Camping trip responsibilities, overcommitting, and scheduling regrets   • Ross’s challenge to Tom: pallet truck test with no training   • Dan and Grizz used to ride pallet jacks at Home Depot   • Listener Clark vents about school pickup lines   • Andrea parks and walks, while others arrive hours early   • Ross’s pickup line S-curve and blocked traffic complaints   • Schools assign traffic staff due to parental incompetence   • Precision vs. chaos in school release systems   • Tom’s mom warned to stay quiet about drug dealer at bus loop   • Listener story bluffing cop out of car search with weed   • Tactics when dealing with police smell-based searches   • Dan’s joke about hops as weed smell decoy   • Listener Neal mentions Dan’s “Who’s the Baddie?” Coco episode   • “Space Pups” vs. “Space Buddies” and fart jokes in dog movies   • Nostalgia for early radio work and morning show indifference   • Dan learns not to over-prepare for radio   • Akeem Woods fired for giving away food and talking too much   • Critique of corporate promotions and performance disconnect   • Mockery of corporate “family” language and blind loyalty   • Daniel enjoys doing quality work for the work’s sake   • Biggest raise came during a low-effort year   • Andrea praised for effort vs. reward balance   • Listener calls in about racism at hibachi restaurants   • Cruise ship chefs vs. stereotypical performances   • Satirical take on restaurant stereotypes   • New music: Common Saints – “Firebird”   • Dan’s comfort food from Current Seafood Counter   • The Orb: chaotic Van family bad luck   • Jennifer joins to describe I-4 trailer fire during band haul   • Jen extinguishes fire with Sunkist, faces mechanical doubts   • Praise for Jen’s competence and responsibility overload   • Jen drops trailer in Daytona, sets up floor solo   • Becca places 6th after only 5 months of training   • Flags possibly burned from Jen’s roadside cigarette   • Dan emotional about hardworking kids in extracurriculars   • “Explosion of the Month” segment: 1970 Oregon sperm whale   • Whale explosion aftermath and alternative disposal ideas   • Exploding Whale Day and papier-mâché firework whale plans   • ChatGPT joke frustrates Dan, idea to book it as comic   • Debate on AI-written stand-up vs. original material   • Comedians’ delivery vs. content—Preacher Lawson, Mitch Hedberg   • “Yesterday” film premise, stand-up theft parallels   • Heather Shaw’s Jim Carrey impressions and style impact   • Corey Feldman on Billy Corgan’s podcast—chaotic persona   • Booking Corey for BDM party? $15k and tolerability concerns   • Podcast ambush idea for Corey Feldman   • Ross plugs “The Orlando Talk Show” with therapy guests   • Pints and Paws event details and pet charity support   • Joke about local dealer getting charity cut   • New BDM merch drop and email reminders for party   • Final show thoughts on work/life balance and fulfillment   • Show ends with “Ram Daisy” sign-off ### **Social Media:**   [Website](https://tomanddan.com/) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive) | [Facebook](https://facebook.com/amediocretime) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive) **Where to Find the Show:**   [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-mediocre-time/id334142682) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2FtZWRpb2NyZXRpbWUvcG9kY2FzdC54bWw) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-p364156/) **The Tom & Dan Radio Show on Real Radio 104.1:**   [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time/id975258990) | [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2Fjb3Jwb3JhdGV0aW1lL3BvZGNhc3QueG1s) | [TuneIn](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-p1038501/) **Exclusive Content:** [Join BDM](https://tomanddan.com/registration) **Merch:** [Shop Tom & Dan](https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/)

    2h 3m
    4.9
    out of 5
    2,302 Ratings

    About

    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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