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Episode: B&T Extra: Concert T-Shirts & Comedian Chad Daniels

Date: November 19, 2025

Episode Overview

This B&T Extra episode is a lively, humorous mix of nostalgia and observational comedy. The central themes revolve around the stories and culture of concert T-shirts—how people collect, use, and repurpose them—and a featured segment with acclaimed comedian Chad Daniels, who brings his signature wit to discussions about sobriety, relationships, and relatable annoyances from everyday life. The conversation is underscored by the show's signature camaraderie and quick banter among the hosts.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Art and Culture of Concert T-Shirts

(Starts ~03:16)

• The hosts recount a conversation with comedian Jimmy Pardo about classic concert T-shirts, including his practice of folding them in alphabetical order.

• Listener letters share personal stories of T-shirts turned into quilts and their sentimental (and monetary) value:

  • Notable quote:
    “Years ago my mom made this quilt out of my old shirts. They run the gamut from ’80s hair glam bands like Def Leppard to brutal death metal bands like Necrophagist.” — Kyle from Boise [04:17]
  • The group agrees that vintage shirts can be surprisingly valuable, especially with the current trend of retro apparel being sold at stores like Urban Outfitters.

• Tom shares a story about a student unknowingly wearing a rare Elton John 1971 tour T-shirt to class.
  "One of my students wore a 1971 Elton John concert tour T-shirt… I was at that concert." — Tom Griswold [05:02]

2. Lyrics Misheard and Musical Memories

(Begins ~05:33)

• The hosts reminisce about seeing Elton John in concert and debate the lyrics to “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” including famously misheard lines.
  • Kristi: "I do not know what he is saying after he declares, 'I'm going back to my plough'…” [05:46]
  • Chick: “Started falling apart with the song Yellow Brick Road.” [06:19]
  • The group jokes about personal mishearings, like Kristi thinking Elton sings about “Acurin tablets.”
    • "I've been singing 'Acurin tablet,' my whole life." — Kristi Lee [07:35]
• Playful banter about tribute bands, misunderstood lyrics, and the enduring nostalgia of classic rock.

3. Quirky News: Cars Most Targeted by Bird Droppings

[09:27]

• Kristi brings up a study about which car colors and types attract the most bird droppings.
• Key findings delivered with comedic twist:
  • Brown cars get hit most, followed by red and black (Josh Arnold: “Well, actually, we’re going to start with the color. What color do you think birds like the most?... Brown cars are the most likely to get pooped on.” [09:37-09:49])
  • Ram trucks lead in frequency, trailed by Jeep, Chevrolet, Nissan, and Dodge.
• Light teasing about birds’ lack of “control,” and anecdotes about getting hit by bird droppings.

4. Comedian Chad Daniels: Sobriety, Relationships, and Traffic Rage

(Chad joins ~13:33; Deep dive begins ~14:00)

4.1. Chad’s Setting and “Groceries”

• Chad calls in from a friend’s lake cabin near Cedar Lake, Indiana (“I'm in a buddy's lake cabin...Cedar Lake, I believe it’s called.” — Chad Daniels [13:44-13:50])
• Jokes about border runs for “groceries” (code for Michigan marijuana), but Chad quickly clarifies:
  "I'm the most boring human being that's ever lived. I. I don't do any of that stuff. I quit drinking a year and a half ago, and I'm just not fun." — Chad Daniels [14:46]

4.2. Reflections on Sobriety

• Chad talks about missing alcohol only in social situations, and the recurring indignity of ordering just water at a bar:
  • “Sometimes when I order water… I want to tell them, ‘Hey, just so you know, I did party hard at one time.’” — Chad [14:46]
• He now enjoys coffee—“I'm drinking so much coffee, I'm freaking out.” [16:02]
• Some gentle fun is poked at modern wellness gadgets (“Aura rings”) via his relationship with fellow comedian Kelsey Cook:
  • “She has a ring… that tells her how she sleeps.” — Chad Daniels [16:50]
  • Chad counters, “I'm 50. I know how I sleep…” [17:06]

4.3. Traffic Confrontations: “Be the Solution”

• Chad shares two detailed, humorous stories of road rage and public confrontations involving honking, slow drivers, and traffic etiquette.
  • On correcting a slow, confused driver:
    • “You have to be the solution. And he said, ‘It’s actually be PART of the solution.’” — Chad Daniels [20:26]
    • “Right now you need to be the solution because you’re the entire problem.” — Chad Daniels [20:46]
  • On arguing right-of-way at a gas station exit:
    • “You know what’s great about this test? All the answers are the same answer.’ I'm gonna get shot in traffic.” — Chad Daniels [21:01, 21:59]
• Tom wraps with advice: “Ignore the horn and move on. Move on.” [22:04]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On concert T-shirt quilts:
  “They run the gamut from 80s hair glam bands like Def Leppard to brutal death metal bands like Necrophagist… I think Josh will appreciate the Pantera and Slayer shirts.” — Chick McGee, reading Kyle’s letter [04:17]
• On misheard lyrics and aging:
  “I’ve been singing Acurin tablet my whole life…” — Kristi Lee [07:35]
• On sobriety’s perks:
  “My girlfriend Kelsey, she’ll say like, 'Hey, well, you’re gonna live longer.' It’s like, awesome. More of this.” — Chad Daniels [15:14]
• On relationship differences:
  “I don’t know that I’ve ever dated someone that I’m more different than… Because she has a ring on her finger. It’s called an aura ring. That tells her how she sleeps.” — Chad Daniels [16:50]
• On traffic annoyances:
  “You have to be the solution.” “…No, right now you need to BE the solution because you’re the entire problem.” — Chad Daniels [20:39-20:46]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:16] — Concert T-shirt nostalgia & listener stories
• [05:33] — Elton John concert memories and misheard lyrics
• [09:27] — Bird poop car study and comedic digressions
• [13:33] — Chad Daniels joins from Cedar Lake
• [14:46] — Chad on sobriety, water at bars, and missing drinking
• [16:50] — Relationship quirks: Chad & Kelsey Cook
• [20:26] — Chad’s traffic dispute and the “be the solution” mantra
• [21:59] — Confronting horn-happy gas station drivers
• [22:13] — Episode wrap-up

Tone and Style Reflection

The episode maintains the Bob & Tom show's trademark unfiltered, playful tone. Their camaraderie shines through affectionate teasing and lively exchanges, especially as they blend personal anecdotes with pop culture critique. Chad Daniels’ dry humor and introspective insights add depth, especially his candidness about quitting drinking and the funny but very real frustrations of adult life.

This summary covers the major comedic beats, listener interactions, and memorable moments so that even those who missed the episode can enjoy its spirit and substance.