859 - Big Swan Comes Knocking ft. Chico Bean
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
* Bart Marek Team as elite real estate agents for buyers and sellers * Ten year partnership and hundreds of listener transactions * Check BDM community reviews and contact through website * Friday Free Show intro and Brendan OConnor Funny Bone shows * Sold out Saturday late show and Chico Bean return from 2019 * Parenting reflections on time passing and buying daughters first car * Breaking cycles and pride in providing as a parent * Choosing full media runs over limited interviews * Comics avoiding media and using improv to handle interviews * Balancing safety, authenticity, and viral...
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Best of ACT - January 19-23
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
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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858 - Seth's Bubble Cabinets
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
• Opening musical parody, extended singing, parody station drops • “Time for a bath” spoken-word/rap monologue • Gas station checkout bit with donations and tiny purchases • Pop culture name-drops and exaggerated confidence imagery • AMT Friday Free Show intro • Guest Seth Petruzzel returns; callback to Halloween special at his house • Ongoing house build delays; living in a rental; stressful unsettled Christmas • Missing a “first real Christmas” with daughter; limited meaningful kid Christmases • Debate over earliest memories, neuroscience, and false memories •...
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Best of ACT - January 12-16
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
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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857 - Wal-Mart Maserati
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
• Sponsor read for MyEternalVitality.com with Dr. Powers • Gut health testing to identify individual histamine triggers • Relief that shrimp is not a histamine trigger • “Healthy” foods like spinach and kale causing inflammation • Improving digestion, regularity, and reducing stomach discomfort • Food reactions differing by individual body chemistry • Hormone testing becoming more important with age • Declining testosterone levels in men • Men getting hormone testing through Dr. Powers • Benefits of hormone replacement therapy • Improved libido, energy, and mental...
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Best of ACT - January 5-9
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
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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856 - New Years WifeCast
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
• Bart Merrick real estate team sponsorship, experience, testimonials, stress reduction, early prep for spring market, free consultations • Holiday “Wifecast” framing and seasonal tone • Neighborhood construction noise, warning etiquette, early start realities, intent vs timing, community behavior conflicts • Confronting kids damaging property, parental embarrassment, safety vs emotional reactions, retaliatory noise humor • Child’s first band performance, nerves, minimal practice, surprise competence, bonding over anxiety • Advanced math placement doubts vs results, lifelong...
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855 - After Christmas Best of - 2025
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
• Santa bit: hates his house, trapped at the North Pole, built his own prison • New-year housing + Fed rate cuts/interest shifts; sponsor: Bart Marek real estate (CFL experts, referrals, free consult) • After-Christmas mess: cleanup/trash, hangovers, household sniping, accidentally tossing important stuff • “Best Of” setup: clips across ACT/AMT/OG/BDM/Friday Free; Friday Free framed as semi-secret; Love Thy Neighbor included • Big thanks: T&D Media supporters + BDM members (money + community), events/merch/customer service, choosing them over other subs • Fake tribute →...
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854 - I'm a Big Fan!
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
• Hormone imbalance discussion: energy, mood, weight, libido • Personal health experiences with pre-menopause, food sensitivities, histamine, allergy testing • Emphasis on testing before treatment and access to modern wellness • Friday Free Show structure with Ross McCoy and EJ • Nerd/Jock as a long-running love-or-hate segment • Admitting weak audience research and marketing instincts • Audience enjoyment of grumpy moods, mistakes, and chaos • Reading and reacting to a YouTube comment calling Tom “a grumpy dickhead” • Holiday burnout from nonstop recording • Comparing...
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Best of ACT - December 15-19
A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
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!
info_outline- Introduction to the Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan show.
- Brendan O'Connor's introduction and updates on recent activities.
- Comments on Dave Chappelle's SNL appearance and related Howard Stern discussion.
- Jokes about comedians' fitness transformations with success.
- Discussion on testosterone treatments, health misinformation, and hormonal lifestyle changes.
- Announcement of "Science on Tap" at Orlando Science Center, with Brendan’s wacky outfit plans.
- Recap of last year’s Orlando Science Center beer fest, including a false Subaru giveaway.
- ACT Hoodies discount code and shipping details with Merchman Eric.
- Jokes about Jim Colbert's Xbox midlife crisis and Brendan’s Florida Keys trip.
- Anecdotes about name misspellings and professional communication.
- Ben Franklin effect discussion, including favors and psychological insights.
- Stories of wedding officiation and humorous personal anecdotes.
- Andrea correcting Daniel for a joke made in front of Maisie.
- Humor on money favors, strained relationships, and notary experiences.
- Anecdotes about pet-sitting challenges and Brendan’s drag adventures with chickens.
- Karma, energy, and self-motivation behind good deeds.
- Debate on religious versus non-religious motivations for virtue.
- Observations on regional religious differences and cultural norms.
- Mention of Crystal considering surrogacy with humorous commentary.
- Ariana Grande’s "Side to Side" and stereotypical moving favors.
- Humor about workplace favors and unusual internship demands.
- Reflection on apologizing for past mistakes and school ride dynamics.
- Jokes about bone marrow donation and DNA preferences.
- Mention of the BDM Side Chicks group meet-up and Fairvilla blowjob class.
- Humor on anatomy, circumcision, and cultural terms in gay nightlife.
- Business ideas like laundromats with bars and Japanese beer vending machines.
- Discussion on cannabis products, nitrous oxide, and their legalities.
- Commentary on Steve-O’s recovery and Bam Margera’s documentary.
- Guardianship versus conservatorship explanation.
- Song performances, nostalgia for bands like Cake, and Baywash stories.
- Humor on "Gay Wash" business concept and staffing challenges.
- Orlando entertainment district changes, including Mills-Ivanhoe updates.
- Mention of Live Nation’s West Court project and concert venue challenges.
- Reflection on Orlando becoming a food city amidst restaurant struggles.
- Observations on Acro Cats, feral cat training, and rescue efforts.
- Upcoming discussion on "Empire Strips Back" Star Wars burlesque.
- Speculation on snow damage in Florida and unusual weather patterns.
- Discussion on tree preferences and outdoor living anecdotes.
- Voicemail about Earth Day Birthday cancellation and music festivals.
- Reflection on drag shows, boundaries, and nostalgia for Parliament House.
- Listener stories on medical exams and humor about awkward procedures.
- Tattoo anecdotes, skin pigmentation humor, and personal insecurities.
- Banter with Ryan Lynch on Ivanhoe Park Brewing and local journalism.
- Promotion of ACT Hoodies and Science on Tap Beer Fest attendance.
- Closing with plans for the next show and listener engagement.
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