A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan
The most mediocre time you'll ever have.

And it’s vacation time. Thanks for watching ya’ll! - d

- Dr. Chanlate discusses BudDocs, medical marijuana, telemedicine options, and same-day appointments.
- Mention from the "injured on the go, just call Mo's Studio."
- Overview of "Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan."
- Brendan O'Connor talks about his work at thebungalower.com and Orlando Magazine.
- Impact of AI on journalism and traditional media.
- Challenges of using AI in coding and website management.
- Legal issues around copyright and photo use.
- Dan's humorous urologist visit.
- Brendan’s medical emergency and ambulance use.
- Discussion on anxiety, Kratom, dietary habits, and Salvia effects.
- Brendan’s inflatable pigeon art project for Creative City Project in Orlando.
- Funding from the downtown development board for art initiatives.
- Logistical challenges of rooftop pigeon installations.
- Government critique in art funding vs. support for local businesses.
- Rental assistance for downtown Orlando businesses.
- Cultural significance of pigeons in urban settings.
- Brendan's heat-related hallucination and alleyway conditions.
- Hospital care for Brendan after collapsing from heat exhaustion.
- Enhancing downtown pigeon installation with interactive QR codes.
- Foam party concept for pigeon art to increase engagement.
- Theft concerns and ironic pigeon-themed pub crawl idea.
- Critique of aimless downtown art projects.
- Details on Adopt-a-Swan program and otter relocation in Orlando.
- Branding ideas for swans and dissatisfaction with Orlando’s city flag.
- Proposals for better artistic installations, like a downtown ball pit.
- Introduction to "Skibbity Toilet," a Gen Alpha cultural hit.
- Mortgage services and home buying program promotions.
- Analysis of modern vs. nostalgic TV humor.
- Deep dive into "Skibbity Toilet" and its class struggle narrative.
- Michael Bay’s interest in "Skibbity Toilet" for potential expansion.
- Invisible Narratives and former Paramount CEO’s involvement in Skibbity Toilet.
- Discussion on "Machinima" and storytelling through video game art.
- Children’s engagement with Skibbity Toilet and its brand influence.
- Michael Bay’s speculation on Skibbity Toilet's potential.
- Ethical considerations of monetizing children-targeted content like Skibbity Toilet.
- Viral content creation techniques and narrative coherence in YouTube videos.
- Reflections on viral success, upcoming films like Deadpool/Wolverine, and practical effects in horror.
- Theories on Olympic cheating involving drones in Canada vs. New Zealand soccer.
- Historical and modern smoking policies on flights and the notion of "Smokers Express."
- Benefits of trade education vs. traditional college, with a focus on apprenticeship programs.
Impact of conglomerates on small businesses and local spending benefits.

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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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Thanks to everyone who caught the show LIVE and to those who are currently enjoying it. We appreciate the hell out of you guys! Have a fantastic weekend and me and Tom will see you guys on Monday for more ACTs and all-new BDM shows! - d

- Discussing property flipping, undervaluation, and the ease and profits of independent selling.
- Challenges and expenses of house selling and moving.
- Personal beer preferences and football likes, with humorous exchanges about inappropriate language.
- Parody songs on daily life; casual radio talk.
- Introduction of "A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan" Friday free show.
- Weight, fitness, lifestyle changes, favorite foods and beer discussions.
- Family exercise routines, complaints about Publix sandwiches, and bread quality.
- Time perception with children growing up, parenting anecdotes, and childhood clothing.
- Summer family vacation plans, show pre-recording, air fryer and grill cleaning tips.
- Fast food work memories, humorous ideas on cooking oil uses, old gasoline disposal.
- Environmental concerns about trash, garage clutter, gasoline storage safety, house fire causes.
- Childhood and school experiences in Venezuela, cultural differences in child independence.
- Bartering in various cultures, dental and childhood entertainment anecdotes.
- Promoting Tony Mongiat's photography, the role of social media for photographers.
- Discussing unexpected erections, Service Merchandise memories, play boxing incidents with mom.
- Radio show pranks, intern interactions, and gifts from EJ, including a Mortal Kombat machine.
- Listeners misunderstanding jokes, giving away listener gifts, Bubba Wilson anecdotes.
- Al Roker joke incident, early Facebook and MySpace experiences, new music from BBY.
- Batting cage experiences, Dr. J’s discovery of ska music, "raw-dogging" flight discussions.
Studio maintenance, decor changes, and frustrations with TV show endings, including "House of the Dragon.”

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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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Thanks to all who caught the stream live today. Looks like we're getting a few more folks on YouTube lately and that's exciting! Hey, in a day where everything in the world is content, we are more than grateful that you're riding with us. Thanks to Seth for his time today and good luck on the house, buddy. But by the sounds of the percentages you were winging around and the vibe of the chatroom, I don't think people really want you to make another mistake. 20K is an assload of cash, man. But I don't need to tell you that. Thanks for watching, y'all! - d

- Bart Marek's team offers a decade of expertise in property transactions.
- Favorable market conditions for buyers to negotiate.
- Hometown Heroes Program aids first-time buyers financially.
- Predicted gradual decline in interest rates to stabilize the market.
- Long-term client dedication by the Bart Marek team.
- Bill Bellamy's visit showcased his kindness and youthful look.
- Issues discussed: studio responsibilities and ice maker malfunction.
- Seth Petruzzelli's unexpected mention on the show.
- Bill Bellamy interview covers unique anecdote involving P Diddy.
- Emphasized the value of group photos at events.
- Shared experiences of boating on Lake Conway.
- Discussed how men's heights influence perceptions.
- Explored social dynamics at all-male gatherings.
- Focus on Seth's prospective new house near Lake Conway.
- Benefits of waterfront living discussed.
- Considered recreational use of Seth's potential new property.
- Discussed societal views on age and marriage through "crows" and "doves" metaphor.
- Mentioned Schadenfreude in the context of personal misfortunes.
- Discussed undetectable health issues like cancer.
- Experiences with COVID-19: contraction and recovery.
- Challenges in real estate: negotiating over a non-sale house.
- Financial tactics in real estate: offers above asking price to outbid investors.
- Buyer concerns and seller frustrations in real estate disclosed.
- Financial strain from failed real estate deals discussed.
- Proposed community support to fund property purchase.
- Audience perceptions of wealth and sympathy limitations.
- Selling assets to fund property purchase discussed.
- Rental income and HELOC as financing strategies.
- Emotional and financial impacts of property investment failures.
- Real estate negotiation complexities including loss risks.
- Marital financial management: spousal control over finances.
- Risks of loans from hard money lenders.
- Emotional stress from losing significant real estate deposits.
- Weighed pros and cons of complex real estate deals.
- Pride and emotions' role in financial decisions.
- Property management strategies: renting and HELOC utilization.
- Managing multiple financial obligations in a fluctuating economy.
- Closure of Redbox: employment and technological impacts.
- Future family roles in running a dojo discussed.
- Fears of financial mismanagement affecting family dynamics.
- Business legacy concerns: potential decline of personal businesses.
- Psychological toll of significant financial losses.
- Discussed cultural shifts in content and humor, including dark humor.
- Lifecycle of businesses likened to Redbox's decline.
- Eminem's new album: speculated audio elements tied to cultural memes.
- Viral trends' impact on media and celebrity engagement discussed.
- Challenges and ethics of monetizing sudden internet fame.
- Discussed fleeting nature of internet fame and its financial limitations.
- Concerns over content permanence and piracy in the digital era.
- Discussed finding reliable contractors for home renovations.
- Promoted female-owned contracting business specializing in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Local celebrity bowling event ticket details shared.
- Discussed maintaining relevance and acts of desperation by content creators.
- Rationalizing fear of flying using statistics and science.
- Comparing beliefs in science to religious faith concerning rare disasters.
- Discussed coping with flight anxiety and related personal anecdotes.
- Immigration and green card acquisition complexities discussed.
- Discussed personal and familial challenges related to immigration.
- Introduced "Lonely Fans," a business idea for solo event attendees.
- Discussed the social awkwardness of attending events alone.
- Influence of smartphones on social interactions at public events.
- Shared fears and anxiety related to flying.
- Discussed humorous aspects of physical appearances and family traits.
- Joked about potential Twitch ban over showing feet.
- Discussed passing traits across generations.
- Mixed personal anecdotes with humor on social and family dynamics.
- Critiqued martial arts demonstrations and competitions.
- Satirical view on online martial arts content.
- Plans for comedic interviews with martial arts participants.
- Concluded with jokes about podcasting fatigue and upcoming events.

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- [Apple Podcasts: A Corporate Time](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time-with-tom-and-dan/id994667625)
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Bill Bellamy is a celebrated comedian, actor, and producer, known for his sharp wit and engaging performances. With a career spanning over three decades, Bill has left an indelible mark on comedy and entertainment. He gained fame through his stand-up routines and has been a beloved presence on television and film, including his iconic roles in "Def Comedy Jam" and "How to Be a Player."

Bill Bellamy will be performing two shows tonight and two shows tomorrow. Don't miss the chance to see him live! Get your tickets [HERE](https://orlando.funnybone.com/).

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Bill Bellamy for joining us on "A Mediocre Time with Tom & Dan." It was a pleasure having him on the show!

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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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Have a wonderful 4th of July and as Tom Vann says - “Stay safe out there!”

- Speaker introductions and show setting description
- Use of green screen effects
- Early 4th of July celebration due to schedule
- Special 4th of July show with copyrighted music
- Discussing HD Radio's relevance today
- Employee of the quarter anecdote with non-activated gift card
- Late-night Waffle House visit, holiday decorations observed
- References to Waffle House and Chick-fil-A founders
- Exploring historical tourism and novelty photography
- CB and pirate radio discussions
- Radio communication via the ionosphere explained
- CB radio's role in road condition updates
- Childhood CB radio experiences recounted
- Discussing CB radio etiquette and language issues
- Entertainment and communication via CB radios among truckers
- Impact of offensive CB radio language on children
- "Mud Duck" character hijacking CB channels, tracking efforts
- Comparing modern trucking communication tech to CB radios
- "Ghost talking" and squelch function in CB radios
- CB radio scams and trolling, introduction of "hard drive"
- Listener engagement on CB and ham radio experiences
- Humorous listener call-in during the live show
- Differences between CB and ham radios explored
- Varied job anecdotes including gun holster company experience
- Pirate radio setup experiences and potential legal issues
- Impact of technology on radio hobbies discussed
- Ham radio as a community-forming hobby, similar to fishing
- Social behaviors of CB vs. ham radio users compared
- Ham radio compared to social media for community building
- Recollections of CB radio meetups, community aspects
- Considerations and legal risks of pirate radio setups
- FCC's enforcement challenges on pirate radio
- Modified CB radios' transmission power affecting electronics
- Cruise ship cleanliness and fantasy football draft bookings
- Promotion of cruise booking services
- New music artists and songs introduced
- Listener contributions via social media, personal betrayal story
- Emotional and psychological impacts of significant life changes
- Relationship dynamics post-infidelity discussed
- Humorous takes on relationship issues
- Listener's relationship dilemma post-confession
- Legal complications in family estate settlements
- Upcoming segment teaser: confrontation stories at fireworks tent
- Suspicious binocular use in parking lot, possible surveillance
- Speculations on undercover operations and stakeouts
- Legal uncertainties around fireworks in public parks
- Customer misunderstandings and safety in fireworks sales
- Planning and legal considerations for a sunrise 4th of July show
Live local comedy event promotion, safe celebration tips

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- [TuneIn: A Mediocre Time](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Mediocre-Time-with-Tom-and-Dan-p393884/)

**Corporate Comedy:**
- [Apple Podcasts: A Corporate Time](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-corporate-time-with-tom-and-dan/id994667625)
- [Google Podcasts: A Corporate Time](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzYxOTc2L3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj6x-_il7mBAxX2moQIHRosAQwQ9sEGegQIARAD)
- [TuneIn: A Corporate Time](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Comedy/A-Corporate-Time-with-Tom-and-Dan-p1836090/)

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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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