I’m the host of Cottman Crawford and the Jersey Guy, a podcast where curiosity meets conversation. Along with my co-hosts, we dive into everything from science, history, and wellness trends to music, pop culture, and the mysteries of the universe. Whether it’s time travel, wellness fads, Star Trek, Star Wars or Dungeons & Dragons, no topic is off-limits. With a background in the trades, a love for learning, and a passion for open discussions, I bring both curiosity and real-world perspective to every episode. Our goal is simple: spark thought, share stories, and keep it real—mixing fun, serious, and speculative conversations for anyone who loves exploring ideas.

I’m Tom — aka The Jersey Guy.

I bring curiosity, humor, and real-life perspective to the mic every week. By trade I’m a union maintenance technician, but my real passion is sparking conversations that make people think, laugh, and see the world differently.

On the podcast, you’ll catch me diving into:

🎵 Music & pop culture (from heavy metal to hip hop)

🌌 Star Wars, sci-fi & “what if” rabbit holes

📜 History, philosophy & the strange corners of the internet

☕ + 🌿 Coffee and cannabis connoisseurship


As someone who’s neurodivergent, I love connecting dots others might miss and asking the questions nobody else thought of. Off the mic, I’m a family man, longtime vegan, and lifelong fan of heavy music and storytelling.

At the end of the day, my goal is simple: to create conversations that are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking.