FOTV Me, with Jon Daly

In this episode of Jordan, Jesse, GO! titled 'FOTV Me, with Jon Daly,' hosts Jesse Thorne and Jordan Morris welcome actor John Daly, best known for his role as a zombie in the hit series Fallout. The conversation begins with a lighthearted meditation on the fleeting nature of podcast fame, as both hosts reflect on being recognized on the street by former fans who now say they 'used to listen' to the show. They unpack the emotional weight of this shift, joking about the 'damp men' who pitch comic book ideas and the growing discomfort of being remembered as a relic. John Daly shares his own experiences of being mistaken for the golfer John Daly, his time at Spago with Wolfgang Puck, and the absurdity of being complimented on his 'funny on TV' persona—when the chef clearly wanted praise for his food. The hosts then dive into playful banter about fan culture, including a surreal call from a listener who claimed a dad hit his son with a saw at Costco, sparking a linguistic deep dive into 'sawdude' and 'sod bra' as internet slang. They also explore the absurdity of group study sessions where students learn 'CBT' as 'cock and ball torture' from the podcast. The episode closes with reflections on Santa Cruz’s countercultural vibe, hitchhiking stories, and the joy of absurdity in everyday life. The tone remains irreverent, self-aware, and deeply affectionate toward their audience and the chaotic beauty of human connection.