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Nick Swardson

A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

Release Date: 04/18/2025

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A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

  ### **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...

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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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A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

**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...

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A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

• Promo for Jeff's Bagel Run and Summer of Sips drinks • Use #TDBagel for monthly giveaways • Show opens from the Just Call Mo Studio • Savannah Boan joins in-studio, plays Deadpool pinball, shares disco aunt story • Talks Chirag, South Carolina roots, and jumping a train to get to work • Addresses fan misconceptions about past absences—just scheduling, no drama • Wildlife influencer and Gatorland rep discusses needing credit in conservation • Dan jokes about craving credit like his dad; influencer culture toxicity discussed • Savannah blocks trolls to avoid bandwagon hate;...

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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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A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

• Sponsor shout to My Eternal Vitality and testosterone therapy • Tom starts a nutrition plan with Rebecca at Eternal Vitality • Andrea’s success with hormone balancing and weight loss • Praise for Dr. Powers’ scientific, non-sales approach • How nutrition and hormones affect physical and mental health • Andrea fits into an old dress—confidence boost moment • Rause joins, says he’s having a great morning • Rare honesty when people say they’re doing great • Suspicion and overthinking around “good day” comments • Rause loves being at the studio and seeing his...

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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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A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

• Repeating “time for a bath” gag with tax refund references • Joke about buying gas and candy with tax refund • Mentions donation to charity during checkout • Sassy and exaggerated tax refund persona named “Taxitude” • Introduction of Friday Free Show • Guest appearance by comedian Amy LaCour • Mention of David Jolly possibly joining later • Promotion of Funny Bone show with Jari Nose and Preacher Lawson • Mention of new Tom and Dan merch, including car coasters and sticker packs • Collaboration with Hittin’ Skins for promo items and car wraps • Upcoming Tom...

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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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A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan

• Bart Merrick and Crystal Vann promoted as experienced realtors • Dan shares story about selling his mom’s beach house with Bart and Crystal’s help • Jason joins via Zoom to talk about his positive experience selling his childhood home • Jason praises Bart for being informative and helping make educated decisions • Crystal praised for attention to detail and professionalism • Tom and Dan joke about Crystal’s superpower and Bart’s quiet demeanor • Jason lives in Raleigh and mentions insurance issues as a reason to sell • Jason thanked and invited to visit the studio •...

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More Episodes

• 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

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**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/)

 

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