The BOB & TOM Show Free Podcast

Episode Summary: August 26, 2025

Overview

Today's episode of The BOB & TOM Show blends signature comedy, riffing on pop culture and music, relationship advice, sports banter, and audience interactions with the full cast (Tom Griswold, Chick McGee, Christy Lee, Pat Godwin, Josh Arnold, Willie Griswold, and guests). Major threads center on newly coined dictionary words, overrated sexual fantasies, James Bond films and music, and guest comedian Shara Lasley's experiences in comedy and dating. The show’s infectious, unfiltered camaraderie is on display, with lively roundtable bits, memorable stories, and good-natured roasting.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. New Words in the Cambridge Dictionary ([07:18]–[13:02])

• Tom is fascinated (and occasionally irritated) by newly added words, like "loud looking" and "micromance".
  • “Loud looking means you’re making it real obvious that you’re a single person looking for romance.” (Tom, [07:37])
  • “What’s the difference between loud looking and thirsty?” (Chick, [08:07])
• "Micromance" interpreted as "doing small, meaningful acts for a partner," triggers tongue-in-cheek skepticism and banter about 'dating coach' advice.
  • “The beauty of micromance is that it makes romance possible anytime, anywhere.” (Tom, [11:45])

2. The "Facial Hair Saga" ([03:44]–[05:23]; [44:47]–[46:08]; [135:41]–[137:44])

• Willie debuts a revived mustache ("lone mustache"), prompting a round of ribbing and discussions about facial hair trends, awkward grooming accidents, and nostalgic tales.
  • “I had to get rid of it because I had a grooming accident, and now it’s back.” (Willie, [04:23])
  • Shara Lasley offers the Gen Z perspective: “I like the mustache. I like facial hair.” ([136:43])

3. Wordplay, Song Parodies, and the James Bond Deep Dive ([20:03]–[44:40])

• Extended riffing on Bond girl names, franchise technicalities, and the wide spectrum of James Bond theme songs, sparking friendly disputes over best/worst entries.
  • “You ever see Paul McCartney live? And he does that? And the explosion…” (Tom, [44:28])
  • "Is Shirley Bassey still alive?" (Tom, [26:45])
• Notable comedic tangent: the idea of a “Billy Big Mouth Bass” modified to sing “Goldfinger.” ([28:03])
• Frequent musical parodies and impromptu jams, e.g., “Squirrels Just Want to Have Fun” ([116:41]) and Randy Newman covering “Hey Jude” ([145:40]).

4. Overrated Sexual Fantasies/Viral Reddit Thread ([102:48]–[109:03]; [153:55]–[157:50])

• The crew debates Reddit’s top “overrated sexual fantasies”: Mile High Club, sex on the beach, in lakes/hot tubs, threesomes, shower sex, and more.
  • “Probably joining the Mile High Club. Especially in tiny bathrooms of today’s planes…” (Christy, [102:57])
  • “Sex in a lake… I think that’s kind of counterproductive.” (Tom, [106:22])
  • Josh and Chick share honest (and often unintentional) confessions about their own romantic floors and foibles.
• This segment's crowning moment is comedian Shara Lasley’s story of dirty talk gone wrong:
  • “I tried to say ‘yeah, daddy, right there,’ but it came out as, ‘yeah daddy right there.’” (Shara, [111:34])

5. Guest: Comedian Shara Lasley ([96:07]–[123:23])

• Shara shares her Midwestern roots, acting/comedy resume, restaurant worker tales, and the generational dating scene—offering a fresh, self-deprecating female voice.
  • On dating: “I prefer IRL. Meeting people in real life.” ([120:01])
  • On bad dates: “He trauma dumped and then ordered $115 worth of food.” ([138:21])
  • Warmly banters about tattoo regrets, sibling bonds, and contemporary single millennial life.
• Shara’s ease with the cast lets her fit right into the playful batting order of the show.

6. Sports Roundup and Notable Stories ([63:04]–[71:59]; [135:00]–[137:44])

• Chick delivers irreverent sports news: Venus Williams’ US Open loss (“eliminated at the US Open by Carolina Munch my ass”), huge NFL contracts, “the heaviest player ever” getting cut (“Six-six, 475”), and squirrel mascots getting legit sports trading cards.
  • “Fatty Galore. You know what they should do is open up a store called Blues… three and four and five…” (Chick, [71:43])
• Wry asides about tennis, crowd behavior, and locker room tales abound.

7. Recurring Gags, Radio Anxiety Dreams, & Homeownership Advice ([75:02]–[80:19]; [57:58]–[63:39])

• Josh details a classic radio anxiety nightmare (“You have made a fool of me for the last time,” [75:04]).
• Panel gives practical but comical new homeowner tips: change toilet seats, know your shutoff valve, and always appreciate the power of Metamucil.
  • “My dad wants to go one of two places: the Metropolitan Opera, or a San Franciscan bathhouse.” (Pat, [32:25])

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

On Relationship Lingo

• Tom: “Micromance—small, meaningful acts that build connection, supposedly. According to a dating coach—like my husband, who takes my car every Saturday and fills it up...” ([09:02])

On Old and New Music Fashions

• Tom: “I think one of the number one T-shirts out there right now has to be the Nirvana T-shirt. And the people wearing them have no idea who the band is.” ([79:05])

On Comedy, Both Accidental and Intentional

• Shara Lasley: “Yeah, daddy, right there! But it came out as, ‘yeah, daddy right there.’ ... That would be, you know, I kind of like that.” ([111:34])

On Sports and the Big Leagues

• Chick: “He’s 6’6, 475 pounds. Try and block him.” ([54:46])
• Josh: “I like to talk to the cartilage in his knees.” ([54:49])

On Life’s Little Triumphs and Terrors

• Josh: “You have made a fool of me for the last time!” ([75:04])
• Christy Lee: “I want to pee outside while I’m camping and get a little piddle on my pants and not have it be a big deal—I want the full feminist experience!” ([150:07])

Important/Timestamped Segments

• [07:18]: New dictionary words, "loud looking" and "micromance"
• [20:03]–[44:40]: Extended James Bond digression—film/music trivia, top songs, Shirley Bassey, Adele, and parodies
• [102:48]–[109:03]: Reddit's most overrated sexual fantasies, crew’s takes
• [96:07]–[123:23]: Guest Shara Lasley—her background, dating app talk, tales from waitressing and comedy, tattoo revelations
• [63:04]–[71:59]: Sports: Venus Williams’ loss, NFL news, “the big dumper”, sports trading cards (squirrel)
• [135:41]–[137:44]: Shara gives Gen Z verdict on Willie’s mustache; the group compares father-daughter nicknames
• [75:01]: Josh’s radio dream: “You have made a fool of me for the last time!”
• [153:54]–[157:50]: Sex positions calorie counter—“The butter churner” takes the win
• [57:58]–[63:39]: Homeowner advice, the Griswold way—change the toilets!

Tone, Language, and Overall Flow

True to form, the BOB & TOM Show is loose, quick-witted, and joyfully irreverent. Sarcasm, wordplay, musical asides, and personal oversharing are all part of the mix. The cast teases, interrupts, and delights in good-natured self-deprecation—especially when riffing on each other's fashion, habits, and romantic exploits.

Shara Lasley’s addition brings youthful energy and smart, self-aware humor, especially in conversations about modern dating, awkwardness, and social media.

Takeaways for First-time Listeners

• You’ll get a deep, informed (and howlingly funny) take on everything from pop culture to dating fads and how to actually clean new toilets.
• No topic is off-limits; the group openly discusses embarrassing moments, raunchy Reddit lists, and the perils of workplace camaraderie.
• Guests are warmly welcomed and folded into the show’s signature banter, providing fresh perspectives.
• Musical parodies, sports riffs, and shameless running gags are a staple—expect the unexpected, and don’t take anything (or anyone) too seriously.

For deep laughs, candid confessions, and a rollicking take on daily life, this episode is classic BOB & TOM—bawdy, brainy, and brimming with heart.