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Summary

The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast

Episode: B&T Extra: Josh on Brit Floyd, Tom at CVS, & a Tom-ism
Date: March 27, 2026
Host: The BOB & TOM Show | Cumulus Podcast Network

Episode Overview

This BOB & TOM Show Extra focuses on comedic banter about names and identity, guest Zoltan Kaszis’s experiences as a comic with a tricky name, memorable stories about relationships and cats, and recurring fun with the “Dan Gardner” phone-answering bit. The episode features regular hosts Tom, Chick McGee, Josh, and guests Greg Warren (comedian) and Zoltan Kaszis (comedian), blending light-hearted storytelling with quick-witted humor and improv.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Comedy of Names and Pronunciations

(06:00 – 11:00)

Name Mispronunciations – Zoltan Kaszis:
- Tom confesses he’s been saying Zoltan’s name wrong (“Kazis” instead of the Hungarian “Kasash”).
  - Zoltan Kaszis: “Hungarians come out to my show and they always want to critique. You know, you're not pronouncing your name right. It's Zoltan Kasash. …My name got Ellis island in kindergarten.” (07:13)
- Zoltan explains he just stuck with whatever the teacher called him as a child.
Comedy About Name Uniqueness:
- The group jokes about how Zoltan is common in Hungary, akin to “Steve” or “John” in the U.S., but here sounds “like the weirdest magician you’ve ever come across.”
  - Zoltan Kaszis: “Here, it's like the weirdest magician you've ever come across. And it sticks right out.” (08:44)
- Tom draws comparisons with other difficult names in comedy, like Kostaki Economopoulos.
Phone Answering Styles / The “Dan Gardner” Story:
- Greg Warren tells a story about a client named Dan Gardner, whose unique, assertive way of answering the phone with his full name left a strong impression.
  - Greg Warren: “This is the Answer the phone. Every time I go, then Gardner. If I could bottle that up… Dan Gardner. I mean, that’s a guy who gets his work done.” (10:05)
- The crew riff on alternate ways to present one’s name (e.g., adding a dramatic pause, softening consonants), and how it can change perceptions.

2. Zoltan’s Relationship & Viral Cat Joke

(13:45 – 16:07)

Meeting at a Cat Convention:
- Zoltan shares he met his wife at a cat convention after a cat joke went viral and he was booked for the event. She worked in cat e-commerce.
  - Zoltan Kaszis: “We met at a cat convention…I had a cat joke that went viral and I got booked for a cat convention. She worked in a cat e-commerce business, just like any rom com. And that's how true love blossomed.” (14:27)
- The reveal that it’s his second marriage leads to playful ribbing from the hosts.
The Viral Cat Joke:
- Zoltan explains his preference for cats over dogs, likening dog affection to a needy partner, while cats are more independent.
  - Zoltan Kaszis: “Cats are more like, ‘Oh, you’re home. What are you doing? I’m gonna be in the kitchen. I’ll see you later.’ Like, it’s very laissez. Like, they don’t care about you. And I like that type of relationship.” (15:06)
- The punchline: his wife actually loves him with “dog energy,” even calling a wellness check when he didn’t respond one morning, contradicting his expectations of a less-needy cat-person relationship.
  - Zoltan Kaszis: “She loves me so much. I didn’t wake up to say good morning…and she called a wellness check on me because I slept until noon. …She loves me with dog energy. But at heart, we're cat people.” (15:30)
Hosts Share Their Pet Preferences:
- Reveals who is a cat or dog person among the cast, with more light-hearted teasing about pet loyalty.

3. Continuing “Dan Gardner” Phone Bit

(16:07 – 20:00)

Radio Name Cadences:
- Discussion about how radio hosts and news anchors put their unique spin on their sign-offs or name deliveries (e.g., Irving R. Levine, Dan Ingram).
- Humorous exploration of physical “flourishes” (shimmy, finger guns) possibly accompanying assertive phone-answering.
Business & Nostalgia:
- Reminiscing about business relationships and the importance of presence or confidence in communication.
  - Greg Warren: “Here's the thing. The world's a tough place. Somebody's going to get in your face…What I suggest is…look at them and go, ‘Dan Gardner.’ And then walk away.” (11:26)

Memorable Quotes & Moments

On Name Americanization:
- Zoltan Kaszis (on his name’s pronunciation): “My name got Ellis island in kindergarten.” (07:13)
On Identity in Comedy:
- Tom: “When I went to school, it was, you know, Sam, Dave, Chuck...If it was Zoltan, everybody go, whoa.” (08:24)
On the Right Way to Answer the Phone:
- Greg Warren: “Dan Gardner. I mean, that's a guy who gets his work done. Has some fun, though, right?” (10:05)
- Josh: “You want to do business with him.” (10:47)
On Cat Energy in Marriage:
- Zoltan Kaszis: “She loves me with dog energy. But at heart, we're cat people.” (15:30)
- Zoltan Kaszis: “I got a call from the hotel saying we have a sobbing woman that thinks you're hurt. …I thought you were dead. …Why couldn't you ever assume just maybe sleeping in?” (15:30)
On Broadcasting and Persona:
- Greg Warren: “Dan Gardner sliding into his own name. Gardner.” (19:03)
- Tom: “I bet he won the salesman of the year award every year.” (19:40)

Notable Segments with Timestamps

(06:00–07:46): Zoltan’s origin story with his name and struggles with Americanization.
(08:44–09:29): How the name “Zoltan” plays in Hungary vs. in the US.
(10:05–11:26): Greg Warren’s “Dan Gardner” phone style story and the comedic riffing that follows.
(14:27–15:21): Zoltan recounts meeting his wife at a cat convention, including the viral joke.
(15:06–16:07): The wellness check marriage anecdote & the group’s discussion of pet loyalties.
(17:12–19:03): Extended play on radio host/anchor name delivery and the “sauce” behind it.

Language & Tone

The tone is light, conversational, and teasing. The rapid-fire exchanges reflect long-standing camaraderie and comedic rapport. The language is informal, full of inside jokes, playful jabs, and improvisational “bits” that pivot from real-life anecdotes into sketches and exaggerated rewrites.

Summary

This episode is a quintessential BOB & TOM gathering: blending memorable guest banter, amusing personal histories, deep dives into the quirks of names and professional personas, and the strange-but-true romance of viral comedy. With stand-up comedians riffing on everything from phone etiquette to interspecies affection, it's a warm and witty listen for fans of skillful conversational comedy.

Highlight:
If ever challenged, just channel your inner “Dan Gardner” — and don’t forget to season your name with that special sauce!

B&T Extra: Josh on Brit Floyd, Tom at CVS, & a Tom-ism

Transcript

Summary

The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast

Episode: B&T Extra: Josh on Brit Floyd, Tom at CVS, & a Tom-ism Date: March 27, 2026 Host: The BOB & TOM Show | Cumulus Podcast Network

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Comedy of Names and Pronunciations

2. Zoltan’s Relationship & Viral Cat Joke

3. Continuing “Dan Gardner” Phone Bit

Memorable Quotes & Moments

Notable Segments with Timestamps

Language & Tone

Summary

Episode: B&T Extra: Josh on Brit Floyd, Tom at CVS, & a Tom-ism
Date: March 27, 2026
Host: The BOB & TOM Show | Cumulus Podcast Network