A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

By: Tom Vann & Dan Dennis
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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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Episodes
  • 792 - Blow the Smoke

    792 - Blow the Smoke
    Oct 4 2024
    - Dr. Powers' services (hormone therapy, peptide therapy, weight loss) - Kyle’s testimonial on Dr. Powers' treatment - Testosterone therapy and mental clarity - Humorous mental lapses affecting Tom and Dan show - BDM helping Carolina storm victims - Brief update on Seth’s baby - Recap of Atlanta football game, Baker Mayfield, penalty moments - BDM Oktoberfest on October 19th - EJ’s finances and listener reaction - Alpha/Sigma personalities, Brazilian humor - Seth’s influence on the show, personal growth - Reference to "in your core" (Jana Banana conversation) - Dan’s struggle with motivation and exercise - Parenting humor: pretending to be active - Humor about YouTube raising kids - Challenges of motivating kids, sports - Trump’s take on exercise and energy - Fantasy of being a fit super dad - Playing guitar with Maisie fantasy - Parenting struggles with a daughter - Tricking kids into karate with YouTube - Seth’s fight inspiring kids to do karate - Seth’s dojo and classes (Tiny Tigers, Kid Cobras) - Seth actively teaching, not just a figurehead - Stereotypes of "Americanized" martial arts schools - Criticism of modern masculinity coaches - Seth’s work ethic and karate teaching - Seth’s shrine with memorabilia - Seth losing his comic collection - Dan’s distant feelings from Maisie, “see you tomorrow” humor - Seth’s karate teaching schedule - Dojo black belts working for free (tradition) - Realization of Seth’s demanding workload - Balancing personal workouts with dojo duties - Teaching karate with parents watching - Financial pressures of running a dojo - Dan comparing Seth’s workload to other jobs - Humorous idea of grooming Max to help at dojo - Traditional vs. modern karate methods - Knuckle push-ups: tough training for Tommy and Max - Debate over water breaks in karate - Maisie’s long dance sessions and eating habits - Debate on pushing vs. letting kids choose activities - Bribing kids with treats for karate motivation - Tommy’s reluctance vs. Max’s enthusiasm for karate - Managing kids' high expectations - Talented kids like Maisie and pushing them to excel - Personal experiences with childhood laziness, self-motivation - Athletes and addictive personalities connection - Music break with Rat Boy - Modern Plumbing Industries promotion, water pressure issues - Home repairs vs. hiring pros humor - Eminem as a grandpa, aging reflections - AI-generated rap about Eminem - AI advancements in music, podcasts - Google AI turning articles into podcasts - AI hosts reflecting on their existence humor - Debate on AI emotions, reality - AI-generated rap song mention - AI tropes in "AI" and "Short Circuit" - Seth’s home reno, bug bomb situation - Open house, nosy neighbors - Property-themed adult content humor - Algorithm suggestions, disturbing content - Seth considering renting his house for $7,000/month - Good snakes (black snakes, rat snakes) at Seth’s property - Tubing plans at Seth’s lake house - Respect for senseis in casual settings humor - Loud mariachi music at a party joke - Respecting different music preferences - Break, voicemails, emails - New band “Drive Time,” “Number One Priority” song - Subaru lifetime warranty humor, car gathering idea - Sports Subaru, Don Mealy Chevrolet promotions - Seth’s Q&A session, wealth questions - EJ annoyed with Seth’s purchases - Property-related humor, adult content jokes - Septic tank challenges at Seth’s house - Workout plateau question, pushing through struggles - Seth farting on someone in class humor - Baby number two question, Seth and Tracy’s discussions - Second pregnancy challenges, breastfeeding pressures - Lighthearted evolutionary fitness talk - Playing listener voicemails - Seth as a popular guest on the show - Garth Brooks butthole rumor humor - Moe and John Busdecker sharing a hotel room by mistake - BDM event voicemail ending on cliffhanger - Capping BDM membership for exclusivity - AI producing content, replacing tasks - Breakfast in bed debate (romantic or impractical?) - Paranormal experience at Jimmy’s, lighthearted ghost talk - Fantasy football, Seth/Matt interactions - Listener suggesting Halloween costumes (Deadpool, Wolverine) - Seth considering Halloween costumes for his family - Seth’s house reno, Halloween party idea - Seth having one more fight, pay-per-view event idea - Fight idea at Seth’s dojo or house - Kimbo Slice’s son in MMA - Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson speculation - Organizing "baddest man competition" - Bob Sapp as potential opponent for Seth - Paper airplane question, childhood memories - Seth promoting "Karate of Orlando," offering trial lessons - Upcoming events: Bad at Business Beer Fest, Sofas and Suds - Call for entries for Sofas and Suds recliner races - Modern Plumbing, Moe DeWitt couch at Sofas and Suds - Tom and Dan couch participation (no racers yet) - Seth wanting to drive in the race - Previous race mishap with Sammy’s bad driving - Tracy possibly ...
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    1 hr and 56 mins
  • Best of ACT - September 30 - October 4

    Best of ACT - September 30 - October 4
    Oct 4 2024

    Indulge in the finest moments of the award-winning talk radio show, "A Corporate Time with Tom & Dan," airing weeknights on Real Radio 104.1 FM. As one of the pioneering FM talk radio stations, Real Radio 104.1 has been a trailblazer, and Tom & Dan have been the captivating voice of the reluctant night show. Why reluctant, you ask? Well, after two decades in the radio industry, they've experienced its unforgiving nature, but they've gracefully transformed it into a realm of delightful silliness. Thank you for being a part of their journey and tuning in!
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    1 hr and 50 mins
  • 791 - Hugh & Buffett

    791 - Hugh & Buffett
    Sep 27 2024

    Thanks to Sam for joining us today! Check out her podcast at https://www.samanticspodcast.com/ and on all your favorite podcast platforms. Also, don't miss her Twitch show *Sipping with Sammy* every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday around 9 AM. We’ll be back on Monday with a brand new episode.

    **Show Topics:**

    - Tom, Dan, and Sam discuss how being "normal" is becoming unique in today’s society.
    - Sam posts on Instagram showing joy and having fun in her everyday life.
    - Watching a Bucs game in matching jerseys with her husband and their dog.
    - The difficulty of running a small business and how some owners fake success.
    - A funny story about office bathroom issues, including recycled toilet paper.
    - Emotional detachment from football games and how financial investment impacts emotions.
    - Exploring joy from spending time with pets, specifically Sam’s dog.
    - Cruise experiences, including the challenges of navigating the ship and improved customs process with facial recognition.
    - Astronauts voting from space and how advanced technology is affecting daily life.
    - Tuddle’s stunts for Bubba the Love Sponge’s content house, including sleeping in a tent, getting marbles shot at his butt, and other wild antics.
    - A funny rift between Cadillac Pat and Buried Joe, and the exhaustion from too much partying.
    - Playing Uno with family and accidentally making a child cry, leading to a debate about the official Uno rules.
    - Family poker games using kids' piggy bank money.
    - Tuddle shares his desire to become a legendary radio stuntman, with talk about outrageous stunts and recreating infamous ones.
    - Drunk EJ causing trouble during a cruise, leading to a discussion on how alcohol changes behavior.
    - Reflection on Diddy’s legal issues, including rumors about his behavior in jail and the drugs found in his hotel room.
    - Comparing Diddy’s rise to power with tyrannical characters from *Game of Thrones*.
    - The Rock’s strange party trick where he picks up a grape using neither his hands nor feet, leading to speculation about how he does it.
    - Jojo Siwa's dramatic rebrand, including bold public appearances and embracing a more masculine persona after her ultra-feminine childhood.
    - Dan talks about his daughter Maisie’s passion for dance and how she is self-motivated, comparing it to other child stars who may be pushed by their parents.
    - Story of a woman arrested at Disneyland for repeatedly trying to sneak her kids in for free.
    - Dan recalls trying to pass off his kids as younger to avoid paying full price at Disney, leading to humorous reflection on parenting and saving money at amusement parks.
    - Plug for upcoming events like *Sofas and Suds* and the *Free Beer Fest* on November 23rd and 24th.

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    2 hrs and 18 mins
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