Thomas Arduino maybe one of the most genuine men to ever be born. I mean this guy is everything a man should be. He is smart, funny, level headed, seems to make good decisions, a defender of the right thing and when he said yes to coming on the show, I was insanely thrilled because I truly have one of the most authentic people to come out of the 203. It is simple, Thomas is one of the most awesome dudes I know and one of the most awesome guests I have had so far. We go way back and we go really deep in our conversation! We talk about resetting in the pandemic, baseball card collecting/sports memorabilia, going Viral with Michael Kay, we talk about his amazing grandfather, we of course talk about the New York Yankees, the Giants, Ken Burns, how we should approach cancel culture, and much, much more… This was one of the most wholesome conversations I have ever had! (9:50)
- We start with Thomas talking to Matt about how the pandemic has effected his life and how this period has been a time of reflection and resetting for a better future. (10:31)
- CARD COLLECTING. Thomas talks to me about his new interest in sports card collecting and how he has been growing that side hustle. (12:53)
- We then talk about Sport Memorabilia! We talk about that interesting industry and what pieces of Sports Memorabilia we dream of having. (23:35)
- What are some of the best sporting events that Matt and Thomas have ever attended? (27:38)
- Thomas and Matt then talk about their beloved New York Yankees. They talk about what the last few seasons have been like and what they want to see moving forward when it comes to the Bronx Bombers. (45:37)
- The Arduinos Went Viral!! Thanks to Yankees TV play-by-play announcer and Radio Host Michael Kay. Hear this beautiful story on how Thomas’s sister got the attention of the famous Yankees broadcaster (1:05:58)
- We then talk about the legendary WFAN sports radio station. We talk about the afternoon drive show, Carton and Roberts, and we talk about the interesting history of those hosts and why we are excited for Craig Carton’s return. (1:10:20)
- We talk about the FIRST PLACE NEW YORK GIANTS. We talk about the incredible turn around they have been having and the great possibilities their future can create. (1:14:13)
- Lets talk about the GOAT in documentary filmmaking. Thomas and Matt discuss Ken Burns (1:27:45)
- STAND UP COMEDIANS! Matt and Thomas geek out about their favorite stand ups and comedy in general (1:30:17)
- Lets get honest about Cancel Culture. Thomas and Matt discuss Cancel Culture and how we should have more of a dialogue when approaching Cancel Culture. (1:35:13)
- DESERTS! Ice Cream, Pastries, Cake, all of that fun! Matt and Thomas discuss their favorite deserts (1:50:41)
- What are some of the best and worst restaurants Thomas has even been to? (1:55:44)
- Lets talk about PIZZA! Matt reveals the very best pizza place in Norwalk. And Thomas believes New Haven pizza is better than New York Pizza. Thomas defends his take. (1:59:01)
- Thomas then answers The Proust Questionnaire (2:05:34)
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