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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 pu
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- 4 days ago1h 56m
920 - Tiny Man Turns 50 w/ Savannah
Hollerbach's German Restaurant World Cup watch parties with reserved seating and buffet options Germany vs Ecuador fan zone event and international match schedule Best and worst sports bar experiences for soccer fans 50th birthday celebration and reflections on reaching the milestone Savannah joins the Friday Free Show Giant birthday Mexican food feast plans Drunken memories of ordering everything at Taco Bell Nostalgia for classic Taco Bell buildings, beans, and pre-Fire Sauce days Emotional birthday moment and crying in front of a longtime friend Challenge of buying gifts after 20-plus years of friendship and business Broadcasting together longer than many people spend with family Realizing a 30-year radio career changes perspective and energy Birthday morning ruined by margarita-fueled stomach issues Funny Bone comedy show before birthday festivities Hat collecting addiction and impulse purchases Pedal steel guitar dreams and gift-buying frustrations Tiny gun and knife novelty belt buckles Video of a police officer accidentally shooting another during horseplay Why experiences often make better gifts than physical items Otto's High Dive birthday dinner, gift cards, stickers, and favorite dishes Fest punk festival passes and excitement for Lagwagon and Drag the River Rising punk festival ticket prices and aging punk fans with disposable income Memories of NoFX, Bad Religion, Descendents, Social Distortion, and more Meeting Hank Williams III and questions about his current life Concerns about aging musicians, health issues, and retirement Memory distortion and how stories change over time Unknown Hinson memories, Squidbillies, and later controversies St. Cloud Fourth of July celebration, fireworks, food, and family activities Nostalgia for old Florida and growing up around St. Cloud Savannah's travels to Morocco and Utila Presenting at an international crocodile conservation conference Humor versus academic seriousness in scientific presentations Harsh realities of desert travel including heat, sandstorms, and exhaustion Squat toilets, flexibility, mobility, and aging bodies Morocco's food, hospitality, and cultural experiences Eating camel meat and meeting wild camels in the desert Feeling like a celebrity in remote Moroccan villages Strange nighttime activity around a remote desert camp Discovering a hidden horned viper in the sand Desert crocodile history and possible reintroduction efforts Mysterious desert lakes, shotgun shells, and unanswered questions Cave rescues, scuba diving, and fear of underwater entrapment Why solitude underwater can feel peaceful Utila as an affordable Caribbean paradise Diving, snorkeling, reefs, and island life without cars Affordable beachfront lodging and local culture in Utila Stories from island elders, sailors, and world travelers The Jade Seahorse and its eccentric artist creator Building a lifelong legacy through art, landscaping, and passion projects Bone-covered bars, oddities, and unforgettable travel experiences Enjoying travel completely sober Hip replacement recovery update and return to running Becoming "The Thruster" through physical therapy exercises Bearcat THC seltzers as an alcohol alternative Summer plans and memories at Gatorland Gatorland bomb threat and rapid evacuation response Police horseplay shooting caught on camera Reflect Orbital's plan to use satellites to beam sunlight to Earth Environmental concerns around artificial nighttime lighting Starlink, global connectivity, and the future of surveillance Dancing robot accidentally kicks a child AI replacing workers and automated business trends Debate over supporting Team USA versus foreign World Cup teams Heritage, fandom, and choosing national teams Stories about sports fans with no connection to their teams Whether personal experiences
- 4 days ago1h 55m
Best of ACT - June 8-12
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!
- 1 weeks ago2h 9m
919 - Patio Tut
Jeff's Bagel Run summer cream cheese flavors inspired by Jeremiah's Italian Ice Scoop Froggy Frog mint chocolate chip, mango, peach, and banana pudding cream cheese reviews Otto's coffee, Jeff's Jolt, cookies-and-cream cold brew, and Melted Snow Cone drinks Favorite savory bagels, specialty spreads, and buying extra cream cheese for home Jeff's Bagel Run expansion, rewards app, and #TDBagel promotion Ross McCoy joins the show How having kids changes the feeling of summer break Summer spending habits, family budgets, and kids repeating parental complaints Hat collecting obsession and a new Atlanta Braves City Connect hat Review of a surprisingly good knockoff Braves jersey Counterfeit jerseys vs authentic merchandise debate Sports merch prices pushing fans toward knockoffs Fake jerseys, fake Rolexes, status symbols, and "fronting" Celebrity interviews arranged through Billy the Phone Freak Lou Gramm interview preview and Foreigner history Brain tumor recovery, solo career, and born-again Christian phase Using TikTok "mini documentaries" to research guests Fact-checking questionable Lou Gramm trivia AI-generated celebrity facts and misinformation online Graham Bonnet confusion tied to a Black Sabbath rumor Why believable fake stories spread across the internet Appreciation for Lou Gramm's memorable on-air yawn Confrontation vs conflict avoidance personalities Gym story involving shirtless, barefoot teenagers Older gym member attempts to enforce unwritten rules Teens exploit vague gym-attire language Getting dragged into the argument as an unwilling witness Deferring the dispute to gym management Community pool closed after someone washed a dog in it Pool hygiene concerns, screaming swim lessons, and public-pool grossness Medical marijuana renewal stories with BudDocs Grocery cart child-seat contamination realization Bathroom hygiene debates and airborne germs Networking outside familiar circles at Colette's book event Holy City BBQ connection through a marketing agency Key lime pie confrontation with a restaurant owner Holy City BBQ closes after a short run Restaurant startup risks, overspending, and failed concepts Marketing vs operational execution in the restaurant business Political branding and alienating potential customers Backyard cleanup and the rise of "Patio Tut" Resort-style pool furniture that nobody actually uses The backyard graveyard of abandoned purchases Broken umbrellas, cluttered sheds, and pool-toy overload Twenty-year-old borrowed Sawzall finally discovered Valuable collectibles vs worthless stored junk Rare vinyl toys, MF DOOM figures, and hidden collectibles Bearcat THC seltzers as an alcohol alternative International Space Station air-leak concerns Astronaut emergency procedures and ISS size misconceptions Ukraine drone warfare and battlefield debris How criticism can ruin enjoyment of a new purchase Listener feedback on Blue Bell ice cream packaging Nostalgia, branding, and family-owned food companies Military missile-silo injury story involving a lotion bottle Emergency-room embarrassment and medical oddities ChatGPT-assisted self-diagnosis and health questions Excessive caffeine linked to pelvic-floor muscle twitching Levator Ani Syndrome discussion Adult-site restrictions, VPNs, and T-Mobile workarounds Smart-home devices creating awkward viewing risks Cheap TV packages and digital antenna recommendations Dating someone who resembles a deceased partner Having a "type" vs seeking variety in relationships Dating again after a long marriage Ross McCoy comedy dates and upcoming shows Moe Comedy Jam lineup and Drew Garabo appearance Hollerbach's German Restaurant BDM dinner announcement Planning the next Bad at Business Beerfest Recruiting couch teams for
- 1 weeks ago2h 17m
Best of ACT - June 1-5
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!
- 2 weeks ago1h 55m
918 - To Poor for Doors
Bart Marek and Crystal Vann praised for honest real estate advice and saving buyers money Dan says Bart helped stop his mom's house from being underpriced Alex bought her first Winter Park condo with help from Crystal and Streamline Mortgage Solutions Money saved on the condo deal went toward new flooring from Core Flooring Debate about honest realtors versus "smoke blowing" sales tactics Bart Marek team plug and mention of barttherealtor.com Brendan O'Connor from Orlando Shine joins the Friday Free Show Trooper Steve comparisons lead to Superman and Bizarro Superman jokes Tom & Dan launch the "20 Pack" terrestrial radio commercial deal on TomandDan.com Businesses can buy 20 radio commercials for $500 with production included Debate over renaming the package the "24 Pack" with bonus ads Tom admits he never asked the radio station for permission before launching the package Running joke about "never ask permission, just do it" Dan talks about turning 50 and having no major birthday plans Discussion about Dan's health improvements, workouts, and weight loss Orlando Science Center's new Dome theater opens June 1 Ideas pitched for live riffing events and immersive movie nights inside the Dome Praise for Orlando Science Center's automated snack and concession setup Debate over automation replacing movie theater jobs Brendan attended a VHS screening of The Warriors at Enzian Theater Viral Florida traffic stop involving a woman with an underdeveloped hand accused of using a cellphone Hosts debate whether she could physically grip the phone Discussion about bodycam footage, lawsuits, and internet outrage Tom builds detective theories about the woman's "nubbin" secretly holding the phone Debate about disabled people adapting and becoming highly capable Suggestion that cops should use smart glasses to prove distracted driving Blue Origin rocket explosion seen across Cocoa Beach and Satellite Beach Orlando Shine shared footage showing visible shockwaves from the blast Discussion about how huge the explosion looked and why little cellphone footage exists Brendan teases upcoming Orlando Shine coverage of Fringe Festival and Spooky Empire Jeff's Bagel Run and Jeremiah's Italian Ice launch "Ice Cream Summer" Maisie swaps Oreo filling with Scoop Froggy Frog cream cheese Debate about fiddlehead ferns, cooking toxins out of wild foods, and foraging Skart from the Supervillains shares gardening tips and soil hacks Tom and his sons go crabbing and fishing in Marco Island Tom gets stabbed by a catfish barb and cannot remove the smell from his hands Crystal's grandmother still plays Hawaiian lap steel guitar at 97 Memorial Day ceremony at a senior living facility sparks awkward Olympic medal confusion Discussion about aging, hearing loss, and family longevity Maisie praised for her dance technique and fierce performance style Rock 'n' Roller Coaster officially being rethemed to The Muppets Debate over whether the new soundtrack can match Aerosmith energy Surfshark VPN ad read about bypassing MLB blackout restrictions Dan talks about growing and straightening his beard Concrete Mike wrangles a live alligator into a recycling bin Discussion about Florida-man gator videos and influencer Clavicular's legal trouble Brendan and Tom joke about the name Jack Sock during pickleball talk Discussion about teenage smoking, Playboy magazines, and weird childhood memories Brendan roasts Tom's frosted glass bedroom door setup Debate about kids knowing their parents are having sex Dan recalls discovering edible underwear and gag gifts in his dad's drawer Maisie helps plan Dan's laid-back Florida coastal 50th birthday trip Brendan plugs Orlando Shine and local investigative reporting Discussion about conversion therapy groups and anti-gay hypocrisy Bearcat THC seltzers become a new sponsor with promo code BDM420 St. Cloud partnership announced for upcoming July events Orlando Science Center memberships now include the new Dome experience </
- 2 weeks ago2h 26m
Best of ACT - May 25-29
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!
- 3 weeks ago1h 59m
917 - Surviving Dr. Know It All
Grocery store roleplay about spending a dollar on Skittles and blessing the cashier Repetitive celebrity bath-time parody song Sassy social media influencer parody with fake hashtags Friday Free Show from the Just Call Moe Studio Ross talks about his mustache lifting while drinking Discussion about lazy beard and mustache growth Dan carefully trimming and straightening mustache hairs Warnings about ruining a good mustache trim Tom misses his mustache because it felt masculine Tommy Vann praised for his long "angelic" hair Tommy avoids haircuts to escape social attention Discussion about inherited anxiety and avoiding comments Dan feels trapped by people's reactions to appearance changes Rant about unsolicited YouTube advice and criticism Comedy songs about Florida porn restrictions Florida age-verification laws affecting adult websites Debate over privacy concerns and uploading IDs to porn sites Surfshark VPN discussion for bypassing blocked sites Concrete Mike updates everyone on which sites still work Discussion about pointless final school days after testing Teachers and students mentally checking out for summer Maisie excited about yearbooks and last-day traditions Tommy uninterested in school traditions or awards Debate about skipping the final day of school Parenting arguments about obligation and finishing commitments ChatGPT consulted for parenting advice Crystal insists Tommy should attend school Ross jokes about being a "kid lawyer" defending absences Debate over strict parenting versus permissive parenting Discussion about nostalgia, closure, and emotional attachment Possibility of losing the current studio building Jokes about repainting and destroying the studio before moving Vince McMahon scandal jokes and WWVMD bracelets Dan admits he struggles with nostalgia and emotional connection Discussion about gratitude exercises and self-help books Ross attends the final Bull & Bush open mic Interview prep talk about comedian Na'im Lynn Discussion about lazy celebrity interview questions Fake "Hot Tub and Mini-Fridge Morning Show" radio intro Quicksand releases a new song Memorial Day beach trip discussion Debate over blasting loud music at the beach Giant JBL beach speaker stories and DJ Dre talk Ross gets anxious hearing his playlists in public Discussion about beach music etiquette and "blast zones" Camping trip with 25 linked Bluetooth speakers Bass competition videos with dangerous speaker walls Family board game nights and old Trivial Pursuit memories Truth or Dare stories involving Ring cameras and clown music Debate about how public nudity jokes changed over time Prom after-party stories and skipping prom regrets Childhood memories of seeing accidental nudity Discussion about teenage voyeur stories and Porky's comparisons Debate about kids wasting summers indoors on screens Ross strongly recommends sleepaway camp experiences Camp Wekiwa stories and childhood accountability Discussion about school lunches and picky eaters Jeff Probst accidentally spoiling Survivor live on air Craig LaFleur stories involving Disney and Pleasure Island Discussion about Pat Morita and old TV memories Fear and anxiety after hearing about sudden deaths Debate over whether veteran hosts get sloppy with age Discussion about Rob Greenfield's extreme minimalist lifestyle Tom spirals after watching a self-help psychologist video Debate about happiness, selfishness, and helping others Ross celebrates avoiding conversations with neighbors Crystal obsessively judges potential homebuyers nearby Sinkhole paranoia and neighborhood conspiracy theories Ross prepares for a neighborhood parking war Neighborhood confrontation over roadside parking easements Ross furious he slept thro
- 3 weeks ago48 min
Na'im Lynn Interview
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About 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 pu
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