The Chris & Tom Show

Chris and Tom continue the discussion regarding the cancellation of famous people over the contentious errors of their past, examine how to measure the impact of these incidents, and consider what "redemption" would actually look like for different people---if they should even get it at all.

The episode contains explicit language.

Was there a word that you weren't allowed to say growing up because it was a "bad word?" Yet nowadays, you'll see it 3 times before you've even started on your morning coffee. Words, meanings, connotations, and even bad-ness are always changing. Some people face a serious predicament when a quote from their past is unearthed in the present, and they find themselves on the wrong side of an etymological evolution. Chris and Tom tackle the fluidity of language in today's episode and wonder, if words can change, can people change too?

This episode contains explicit language.  Language that some may find offensive and insensitive.    

This week, join Chris, Tom, and a live studio audience (of canines) as the topics of movie franchises, the economy, disgraced celebrities, aging gracefully, and living your best life are all discussed among a common thread: Maybe we all just care a little too much.

With vaccine mandates sweeping the nation,  Tom and Chris weigh in on what they mean vs the argument for bodily autonomy, what kind of precedents are being set with the termination of those who are opting out of the vaccine in New York, and how it all boils down to affect you, the individual. Regardless of your stance on vaccination or if it should be mandated, this is a can't-miss episode!

 Disney politically corrected who?  Is there something we don't know about medical industry worker shortage?    A disagreement postponed to next week?  TV, music, movies-- hidden meanings are everywhere in media. From what's in a name, to Tom's new YouTube channel Lyrics Decoded, Chris and Tom discuss the deeper meanings that aren't always visible upon first glance. 

In spite of society's advancements, many of the problems that plague us today either existed several years ago or are a slight variation of some problem that did. Shouldn't we have figured it out by now? Chris and Tom discuss why the solutions are only as good as who they really benefit, and how, more often than not, big problems equal big business.

From the cries of people who are seemingly, somehow, for and against bodily autonomy at the same time; to beloved movies now being edited to maintain relevance in an age of increased socio-political scrutiny; to mandates that are supposed to protect people at the cost of their livelihood: This week, Chris and Tom tackle the ironies of the current social landscape.

Chris and Tom follow up their previous episode on the Box with the sequel/prequel, and dive into the merits of cutting out differing opinions from your circle vs keeping them around. Other topics include an armchair analysis of Afghanistan, and how a global setup of circumstances that point to a repeat of the early 2000s could deliver much worse consequences this time around.

Original release date May 1, 2021.  Sound is now Mastered for a clearer listen!  

Chris and Tom's first podcast! 

From the next James Bond to a discussion on the current housing picture, Chris and Tom reminisce the history of Time Out and talk it's future along with sharing some opinions on pilots, pop culture and America's beloved ex-CEO.  Oh and, of course, Tommy's weekly tirade.  

Vaccines.  Politics.  Ethics.  Let's face it: The discourse that surrounds the hot-button issues of today is caustic enough to ruin relationships.  Friendships, family unity, professional relationships, romantic relationships-- nothing is safe from the divide that can result from a difference in opinion.  Or, is it?  In keeping with the show's tradition of avoiding structure, join Chris and Tom for the first discussion of a topic so important it earned a two-part episode, of which this is actually part 2. (Part 1 will follow next week!) Confused yet? Don't stress!  Tune in and learn how you can avoid the land mines that jeopardize interpersonal relationships with a tactic Chris and Tom like to call: The Box.