The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast: B&T Extra - So Many Words, Comedian Tommy Brennan, & a Toaster

Date: October 8, 2025
Hosts: Tom, Bob Kevoian, Chick McGee, Josh Arnold, Kelly
Guest: Comedian Tommy Brennan

Overview

This episode of BOB & TOM Extra is a lively mixture of comic banter, quirky life stories, and a celebration of rising star Tommy Brennan, who is set to join the cast of Saturday Night Live. The hosts swap tales about tricky words, dad humor, family antics, new gadgets—including a high-tech toaster—and even share their breakfast preferences, all while keeping the conversational pace fast and playful.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. "So Many Words"—Language and Childhood Teasing

(01:29–04:14)

• Panelists kick off with self-deprecating stories about words they consistently mispronounce:
  • Bob struggles with "municipal."
  • Josh finds "commitment" tricky.
• This segues into a conversation about family dynamics and teasing during adolescence.
  • Chick shares how parental "gay jokes" embarrassed him in front of peers.
  • Josh recounts his dad's old-school, jokingly homophobic gestures.
    • Quote: “My dad ... didn’t often say gay, but he would do the— I haven’t seen this in a long time—he would let his wrist go very low.” (Josh, 03:10)

2. Tommy Brennan: From Studio Guest to SNL Star

(04:14–08:14)

• The crew congratulates Tommy Brennan on landing a spot at SNL.
  • They reminisce about his previous guest spot and note his signature windbreaker seen in all his photos.
  • Good-natured jokes speculate whether the windbreaker is a deliberate style or a sign of poverty.
    • Quote: “He has his look ... and evidently it’s poor.” (Bob Kevoian, 05:33)
• Playback of Tommy’s February interview:
  • Tommy's relationship: Just marked one year with his comedian girlfriend—they met in real life (not on an app).
    • Quote: “I got off the apps...I saw my cousin on Tinder—oh, how was that date?” (Tommy Brennan, 07:02)
  • He humorously discusses relationship "fights" becoming comedy material.
    • Quote: “It’s never worth winning the fight, you know? Have you ever won an argument against your girlfriend or wife and then been like, wow, the vibes in here are great?” (Tommy Brennan, 07:45)
• The crew shares Tommy’s reaction to their congratulatory texts—he’s gracious and hasn’t let fame go to his head.

3. Life at Home: Photos, Pets, and Family Antics

(08:15–12:10)

• Bob’s “cowboy hat” photo is a panel highlight; Kelly jokes about sharing it as her "boss."
  • Tom quips: “You look at that and you automatically think he’s got a ranch in Montana and 12 inches long.”
• Bob recounts a sleepless night, ending up in bed with his dog, his wife, and his daughter sleeping on the floor—in a human-sized dog bed.
  • The origins of the human dog bed are explained, and its appeal to both daughter and pet.
• Bob’s daughter tries to cleverly push for a new dog by asking him to suggest dog names, then announcing it to her mom as if it’s already decided.

4. "I’m Gonna Try Something I’ve Never Done Before..."

(12:10–14:10)

• The cast riffs on the prompt: things they've never done before.
  • Josh’s joke: “Look at a man and not lust after him—apologize to him.”
  • Bob: “Watch a porno to the end.”
    • Chick’s response: “If you’re watching it to the end, there’s a problem with you.” (13:08)
• Bob shares a life lesson from a junior high test that revealed he never reads instructions—a habit he acknowledges hasn’t changed.

5. A Toaster Tale: Dunking Toast, Breakfasts, & Smart Appliances

(14:21–19:38)

• Josh decides to dunk toast into his coffee—live—only to proclaim, “Yeah, there’s no reason to do that. It’s awful.” (Josh Arnold, 15:00)
• The panel launches into passionate debates about the “right way” to eat breakfast—avocado toast, limp vs. crispy bacon, deep-dish pizza as a side, big breakfasts, nostalgia for “rediscovered” waffles, and more.
• Tom reveals he owns a high-tech Wi-Fi and password-enabled toaster, to much mockery from the others:
  • Quote: "It's 2025. It's hammer time. ... Every piece of toast is perfect." (Tom, 17:32)
  • Bob counters: "If your toaster needs a password, I'm out." (19:39)
• The segment ends on stories about the “hot dog toaster,” which apparently seals the deal with the ladies.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On language struggles:
  • Bob: “We all have a word we can't say properly. You can't say municipal.” (01:41)
• On family teasing:
  • Chick: "Do you know what it's like when your [parent] makes a gay joke about you in front of your friends who are also 14?" (02:45)
• On Tommy Brennan’s wardrobe:
  • Bob: “I think it’s...I’m sure he’s decided that’s his look...and evidently it’s poor.” (05:33)
• On couples fighting:
  • Tommy: “It’s never worth winning the fight, you know?...No one’s happy with your behavior." (07:45)
• On smart gadgets:
  • Tom: "It's 2025. ... Every piece of toast is perfect." (17:32)
  • Bob: "If your toaster needs a password, I'm out." (19:39)
• On breakfast philosophy:
  • Tom: “You know how to live, don’t you?” (16:53)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:29] - Host banter about mispronounced words and family jokes
• [04:14] - Tommy Brennan’s SNL announcement and wardrobe jokes
• [06:02] - Tommy Brennan interview (original, February)
• [08:15] - Photo banter, Bob’s cowboy look, home life stories
• [12:10] - "Try something new" comic riff
• [14:21] - Toast, coffee dunking experiment
• [17:01] - Wi-Fi enabled toasters; kitchen tech debates
• [19:50] - Hot dog toaster demo

Tone & Atmosphere

The episode is brimming with quick wit, gentle ribbing, and nostalgic storytelling. The hosts’ camaraderie is infectious, anchored by the playful teasing that long-time listeners expect. Tommy Brennan’s inclusion brings an extra spark as the panel roots for one of their own making it big. The show maintains its light, comedic energy throughout, even when discussing everyday mishaps and generational divides over technology.

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode

Expect a rapid-fire, joke-heavy roundtable that covers everything from awkward family moments and the excitement of seeing a friend succeed, to the humorous perils of modern "smart" kitchen appliances. This episode captures the Bob & Tom Show’s magic: turning the ordinary into the delightfully absurd—whether debating toasters or reminiscing about adolescent embarrassments.