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Tom and D

Tom and D – The Only Entertainment Podcast That Admits It’s Faking ItEver wonder how people really make it in the entertainment business, or just business, or even in life? So do Tom and D. These two long-time friends have somehow carved out careers in the industry—despite feeling like total hacks. Are they talented? Lucky? Just really good at faking it? They’re not sure either, but they’re willing to talk (and laugh) about it.Each episode, Tom and D swap stories, roast each other, and wade into the

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49:14

From Avatar to Diving Into Dreams: Szilvia Gogh on...

Tom and D ·

2026/01/28

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

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42:17

Zero-G Photos & Vomit Rockets: Parker Rice Takes Us...

Tom and D ·

2026/01/11

Today’s guest, Parker Rice, is a photographer and NASA commercial spacesuit tech who taught astronauts how to take killer photos… in actual space. He spills the good, the bad, and the deeply gross—from building gear that works in zero gravity, to shooting jaw-dropping images on the space station, to surviving the legendary zero-G vomit spray.We also get into his wildest wildlife photography stories and why old-school film is making a comeback as the ultimate middle finger to AI fakes, especially for

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39:15

When AI Can’t Read the Room (with Social Video...

Tom and D ·

2025/12/31

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

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45:19

Talent, Representation, and calling BS in the name of...

Tom and D ·

2025/12/26

Marci Polzin of Artistic Talent Inc.—and Tom’s longtime voiceover agent—joins us to talk real representation, real talent, and what it actually takes to last in this business.In true Festivus fashion, we air our grievances: AI, race-to-the-bottom pricing, and the Tilly Norwoods of the world cheapening brands in the name of “innovation.”As we close out 2025, we look ahead to another year of strong opinions, questionable takes, and absolutely no plans to tone it down.More nonsense incoming.

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30:19

Part 2: Ian Petrella — From "A Christmas Story" to...

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2025/12/13

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

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43:53

“You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out, Randy! — Ian Petrella...

Tom and D ·

2025/11/25

Ian Petrella—better known as Randy from A Christmas Story—joins Tom and D with unt ld stories from the set, the cast, and the fans, plus what it’s really like living in (and giving tours of) the real A Christmas Story house. From hilarious fan encounters to behind-the-scenes surprises, Ian shares it all—just in time for the annual TBS marathon of the holiday classic.

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35:43

CultureCares: How to Build Teams That Actually Work —...

Tom and D ·

2025/11/07

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

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57:16

“Wait… Is That Real?” — Navigating AI Video Confusion...

Tom and D ·

2025/10/28

If you’ve ever stared at a video online and thought, “Okay… but did that actually happen?” Congratulations, you’re alive in 2025.We sat down with Jeremy Carrasco — media guy, educator, and founder of Showtools.ai — whose videos have blown up online because everyone is trying to figure out what’s real anymore. Jeremy has built a massive following of people who want to know how to spot AI-generated content — whether it’s a suspicious video of a kangaroo getting arrested or a viral exchange between Mr

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50:17

Nat Segaloff: Film Historian, Storyteller. The man...

Tom and D ·

2025/10/21

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

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55:41

Dr. Galen Clavio (aka DoctorGC) talks IU Sports,...

Tom and D ·

2025/10/14

Galen Clavio might just be the busiest Hoosier out there.. He’s the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs, a Full Professor at The Media School at Indiana University, Director of the IU Sports Media program, and head honcho at the National Sports Journalism Center. Basically, if it involves media, students, or sports at IU — Galen’s fingerprints are on it. Oh, and one more thing… he’s also Tom’s new boss. (No pressure, right?)In this episode, Galen dives into the role of media in modern

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50:47

Rethinking Healthcare with Dr. Michael Keller: Direct...

Tom and D ·

2025/10/07

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

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47:34

Justin Giddings— The Kickstarter Guy!

Tom and D ·

2025/09/30

Justin Giddings—better known as The Kickstarter Guy—is a filmmaker, actor, and mentor who’s helped countless people turn passion projects into reality. From raising $32K for his first film to directing a $6 million feature, Justin has lived both sides of the creative hustle and now coaches others on how to make their own dreams happen. In this episode, he shares hard-won insights on crowdfunding, the mindset shifts that turn “someday” into “today,” and why impatience can actually be your secret

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25:19

Will Strathmann and The Hollywood Con Queen

Tom and D ·

2025/09/23

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

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47:10

Will Strathmann: Drones, Sharks, Cameras, and Cons

Tom and D ·

2025/09/16

Part 1 of our episode with Will Strathmann takes you inside the thrill of drones, shark dives, and the first twists of his run-in with the Hollywood Con Queen—continued in Part 2 in the next episode of of Tom and D .

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65:49

EP 16: Troy Evans: Actor, Vietnam Vet, Hollywood...

Tom and D ·

2025/09/09

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

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40:34

Kenny Passarelli: Legendary bass player— From Elton...

Tom and D ·

2025/09/02

Strap in—this episode of Tom and D we bring you the untold ride of Kenny Passarelli. The legendary bassist who tore up stages with Joe Walsh, Elton John, Stephen Stills, Hall & Oates, and more. From the chaos of sudden fame to taking lots of LSD—and wild nights with famed Cheech Marin & Tommy Chong—Kenny takes us deep into the raw, unfiltered heart of his rock ’n’ roll life.

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54:55

Tom Shelly: Producer of Survivor, Emmy Wins, and the...

Tom and D ·

2025/08/26

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.

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51:48

Ben Kronberg – Comedian. From Kimmel & John Oliver to...

Tom and D ·

2025/08/19

BEN KRONBERG – COMEDIANSince blowing minds at the HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, Ben Kronberg has racked up credits on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Last Call with Carson Daly, and Comedy Central’s John Oliver’s New York Stand-Up Show. He’s also a staple at SXSW and has graced stages at the Vancouver and Boston Comedy Festivals. On screen, he’s popped up in many TV and web series but Ben’s career highlight is getting a personal “F*** you” from Roseanne—comedy’s version of a being knighted.

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54:43

Jessica Porter: The Sleep-hypnotherapist that puts...

Tom and D ·

2025/08/12

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,

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56:16

Ep. 11- Monte Moore: Star Wars, Marvel, and Moore!

Tom and D ·

2025/08/05

On this episode of The Tom and D Podcast, Deren sits down with longtime friend and legendary hyperrealist artist Monte Moore—known for his stunning work with Star Wars, Marvel, and some of the most iconic pinups in the game (plus much, much MOORE).Monte dives into his world of high-impact illustration, sharing how he built a powerhouse career, attracted major clients, and cultivated a devoted fanbase—one brushstroke at a time.

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