Tom and D

In this episode of Tom and D, we sit down with comedian, musician, and all-around chaos agent Dave Hill—a guy who somehow manages to shred on guitar and deliver razor-sharp comedy at the exact same time.You might know Dave from touring with Tenacious D, where his unique blend of stand-up and face-melting riffs has made him a fan favorite. Or maybe you’ve seen his wildly entertaining online videos—featuring everything from aggressively flipping off inanimate objects to drop-kicking unsuspecting traffic cones with unmatched commitment.We talk about how he built that signature style, the crossover between music and comedy, life on the road, and the art of committing fully to a ridiculous bit. It’s a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, unpredictable, and genuinely insightful.If you like your comedy loud, weird, and a little bit rebellious, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Tom and D, we sit down with Szilvia Gogh, one of Hollywood’s top underwater stunt divers whose work spans major films like Avatar and dozens more across the globe. From growing up in communist Hungary to becoming the youngest female PADI Course Director and a key figure in underwater stunt coordination, Szilvia’s story is as fearless as it is inspiring.We talk about her new book, Diving Into Dreams, the raw hunger for freedom that pushed her across oceans and industries, built a hollywood career, and how cancer, mindfulness, and entrepreneurship forced a total reset realizing the power of "enough". Plus, she shares some wild behind-the-scenes stories from Avatar and life as one of Hollywood’s top underwater stunt divers. It’s a bold, honest conversation about ambition, burnout, reinvention, and what it really means to stop chasing and start living.

This week we kick off our 2nd season as we sit down with Husk, the quietly brilliant and quirky mind behind those social videos where AI is dropped into everyday human interactions—and comedically exposes just how weird those moments already are. By letting AI respond with total sincerity (and zero social instinct), Husk holds up a mirror to modern conversation, etiquette, and overthinking, maybe without realizing it himself . We talk about why these videos work, what AI gets hilariously wrong about being human, and why awkwardness might be the most honest thing we’ve got left. Funnier still, we even do a few live and on-the-spot conversations to see Husk in real-time.Give Husk a follow on instagram @Husk.irl and on TikTok @Huskistaken

You know him as Randy, the bundled-up little brother from the holiday classic A Christmas Story — but Ian Petrella’s story didn’t end with “You’ll shoot your eye out.”In Part 2, Ian joins Tom and D to dive deeper into his evolution from beloved child actor to documentary filmmaker and producer. The conversation centers on The Shark That Roared, a new documentary executive produced by Kevin Smith, exploring the unlikely second life of Jaws: The Revenge — once a notorious box-office flop, now a full-blown cult classic.Timed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Jaws: The Revenge, the film examines how fandom, nostalgia, and pop-culture reevaluation can completely rewrite a movie’s legacy. Ian breaks down how the project came together, why this film deserved a reassessment, and what it’s like shepherding a passion project with deep roots in cinema history.Expect Hollywood war stories, cult-movie love, and a thoughtful look at how time can turn “failure” into fan obsession.🦈 The Shark That Roared — Coming Summer 2027Part nostalgia, part film history, and fully on-brand Tom and D.

This week on Tom and D, we’re joined by Marcia Beckner—THE preeminent CEO Mentor and Culture Strategist at CultureCares.com—who helps nonprofit leaders build inclusive, connected teams and rediscover the joy in leading. Marcia shares real-world strategies for improving workplace culture, unifying teams, and addressing burnout before it takes root.Along the way, she gets a front-row seat to one of the most “challenging” but hilarious work environments of all— the one on this podcast. From playful chaos to genuine insights, this episode offers a mix of laughter, leadership wisdom, and a little cultural intervention in real time. Be sure to subscribe and share with ten thousand of your closest friends—because great culture (and great podcasts) are meant to be shared.

In this episode of Tom and D. D brings on his longtime friend Nat Segaloff—a film historian, storyteller, and proud member of Dom DeLuise’s legendary circle of mischief-makers. Nat is known as the man between the spotlight and the shadows—where the real Hollywood stories live—Nat shares hilarious behind-the-scenes tales, insights from a lifetime in film, and a few secrets he probably shouldn’t. He also talks about his latest book, Every Movie is a Miracle: A Colloquy Between Leonard Maltin and Nat Segaloff, co-written with the legendary Leonard Maltin and available now wherever books are sold.

In this engaging episode, Dr. Michael joins us to explore how the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model is transforming the patient experience—simplifying healthcare, strengthening doctor-patient relationships, and putting the focus back where it belongs: on care.We also take a fascinating look at Grail's Galleri Test for multi-cancer early detection test (MCED), a revolutionary advancement with the potential to identify dozens of cancers from a single blood draw—long before symptoms appear.Then, we venture into the growing field of psychedelic-assisted therapy, discussing the science, stigma, and surprising promise of mushrooms and other psychedelics in modern mental health treatment.And of course, we close things out with our favorite doctor jokes—because humor can be the best medicine!

In our previous episode, filmmaker Will Strathmann began sharing his run-in with the Hollywood Con Queen—a con that stretched across continents and careers. What followed was years of deception, an FBI hunt, headlines in the New York Times, and the unraveling of one of Hollywood’s most bizarre scandals. That story then lead to a limited doc series called The Hollywood Con Queen that details a scam where— a man— is believed to have impersonated various female and male Hollywood executives and lured freelancers, like yourself, working in TV and Film with fake projects for more than a decade.Here’s the continuation of Will’s account of The Hollywood Con Queen, on Tom and D.

Actor Troy Evans — that unforgettable face from ER, Bosch, Ace Ventura, and so many more — joins Tom and D for a powerful and entertaining conversation. Troy reflects on his breakout role in Planes, Trains and Automobiles, his service as a Vietnam veteran, and his struggles with PTSD, alcoholism, and even a wrongful prison sentence. He also shares warm, funny memories of John Candy and stories from a lifetime in film and TV.This episode is heartfelt, hopeful, and hilarious — a must-listen with one of Hollywood’s great character actors (and one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet).

Emmy-winning producer and reality TV trailblazer Tom Shelly (yep, one of the original Survivor masterminds) joins us to spill stories from the wild early days—like directing America’s Most Wanted, watching the Survivor crew accidentally torture starving contestants by coming back from lunch smelling like cheeseburgers, and dealing with actual bags of cocaine washing up on set. Plus, surprise twist: Tom’s a fellow Hoosier who even went to the same high school as D. Small world, big stories.

Sleep-hypnotherapist Jessica Porter slips into Tom and D’s studio with one mission: to put you to sleep. Luckily, she does it on the Sleep Magic podcast and Sleepiest app — not during this episode. The world-renowned “sandman in sneakers” reveals how she lulls people across the globe — including one of our own hosts — into blissful slumber, shares her magic methods, and explains why Tom now snoozes like a baby. She’s a master of the art of nodding off, but this chat will keep you wide-eyed, grinning, and very much awake.

This week on The Tom and D Podcast, we sit down with the legendary Todd Thicke—executive producer, head writer, and chaos coordinator behind America’s Funniest Home Videos—aka the show that turned groin injuries and backyard disasters into primetime gold. (His pilot script is literally in the Smithsonian, because nothing says “American history” like a toddler knocking over grandma.)Todd takes us behind the curtain of the AFV empire, sharing unforgettable stories of his late brother, Alan Thicke—TV’s most iconic dad with a voice smoother than a sax solo—and the brilliantly unfiltered Bob Saget, who brought dad jokes and chaos energy to living rooms long before TikTok.Oh, and did we mention Todd’s Canadian? He does. Repeatedly. Usually with an apology. He also casually drops that he’s friends with Wayne Gretzky, and yes—he’s Robin Thicke’s uncle— Blurred Lines heartthrob. Which makes this the most accidentally star-studded episode we’ve done.Also: his favorite AFV moment? Let’s just say it involves an ugly dog, Todd’s pic, and deep, personal trauma. (Kidding… sort of.)Tune in. Laugh. Come for the nutshots. Stay for the nostalgia. Leave questioning how that many people got hit in the face with a rake.