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Molly Wood and Tom Merritt talk about things they see become things. You know, like when a thing becomes a thing. It's worth a listen, trust them.

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    • May 31, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 337 EPISODES

    4.8 from 138 ratings Listeners of It's A Thing that love the show mention: bol, buzz out loud, molly wood, cnet, welcome home, combo, trends, tech, podcasting, new episodes, chemistry, together, need, fun, great show, awesome, found, best, time, always.


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    The It's A Thing podcast is a delightful reunion of hosts Molly Wood and Tom Merritt, who have created a dynamic and entertaining show that feels like catching up with old friends. As someone who followed their previous work on Buzz Out Loud, it's wonderful to hear their familiar banter once again. The chemistry between Molly and Tom is unmatched in the world of podcasting, making for an enjoyable listening experience.

    One of the best aspects of The It's A Thing podcast is the natural flow and conversational style that Molly and Tom bring to each episode. They have a knack for making even mundane topics interesting and engaging, creating a sense of participation for listeners. Their energy and humor shine through, making it feel like you're just hanging out with friends while discussing random things that have caught their attention.

    However, one drawback of the podcast is its infrequent updates. Given that Molly and Tom have busy schedules and create this podcast in their spare time, it's understandable that they are not able to release episodes on a more regular basis. However, as a fan, it can be frustrating to wait for new content when you're hooked on their witty commentary.

    In conclusion, The It's A Thing podcast is a must-listen for fans of Molly Wood and Tom Merritt. Their chemistry, wit, and insightful commentary make this podcast a joy to listen to. While it may not update as often as some would like, the quality of the content more than makes up for it. If you're looking for a fun and lighthearted podcast with hosts who genuinely enjoy each other's company, look no further than The It's A Thing podcast.



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    TACO and Forest Bathing - It's a Thing 371

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 32:28


    Molly has the new TV hotness with Love on the Spectrum and Tom is all about TACO. Then Molly is forest bathing while Tom goes to a water sommelier.LINKS:Love on the SpectrumForest bathingWater sommelierTACO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Maycember - It's a Thing 370

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 37:00


    Tom takes the temperature of a crochet thing and Molly finds that May is a crowded month for parents. Then Tom spots Hismile, while Molly recognizes liquid IV.LINKS:MaycemberLiquid IVTemperature BlanketHiSmiles Toothpaste (Hat tip Mitzula) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wear the Shirt - It's a Thing 369

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 31:43


    Molly demands that you wear the shirt, Tom is more chill because he's Type B. Then Molly digs into the paradox of Type C parenting, while Tom finds a new men's eyelash trend.Check out out new Sharking All Summer merch here!LINKS:Wear the shirtType C Parenting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    100 Men vs. One Gorilla - It's a Thing 368

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 26:50


    Tom brings us "Sharking All Summer" and Pass the Phone, while Molly highlights cortisol addiction and the THING OF THE WEEK: 100 men vs one gorilla. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Shedeur Sanders and Art Deco - It's a Thing 367

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 41:38


    Tom finds that Art Deco is back and Molly talks about the meme from the NFL Draft. Then Tom delves into verbena, while Molly acknowledges the preppers. LINK:Art DecoShedeur SandersVerbenaPrepping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Where Else Would This Knowledge Go - It's a Thing 366

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 32:30


    Tom is avoiding an addictive card game thing, and Molly has an NBA playoff thing. Then Tom says hi to Gurt, while Molly is cold to a nostalgic challenge being back. LINKS:Lakers in 5 memesThe ice bucket challenge is backBalatroYo, Gurt! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Sprinting to Em Dash - It's a Thing 365

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 34:26


    Molly and Tom dive into the curious overuse of the M-dash by large language models, the rise of the butter yellow color trend, and the quirky 'ice cream cut' hairstyle. Then they spring to the comments before saying 'down bitch.'LINKS:Butter yellowSprinting to the commentsEm DashDown Bitch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Chicken, Banana, Barrel Jeans - It's a Thing 364

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 31:21


    Tom comes to the show with chicken - banana and a food stand phenomenon. While Molly comes loaded for bear with dubious fashion things.New merch HERE.LINKS:Mumford and Son's aestheticChicken-banana Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Reacting to Bingo - It's a Thing 363

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 30:01


    Producer Rich found the way to get your text to the top of your inbox and Molly has a bingo. Then Rich torpedos a new MLB bat, while Molly is singing about Lebron. LINKS:LeBron songsTorpedo bats Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Having a Block Blast - It's a Thing 362

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 28:41


    Producer Rich steps in for Tom to discuss a weird LinkedIn thing, and Molly has the new game hotness. Then Rich ferments on a thing, while Molly is just trying to get her protein. LINKS:Protein memesBlock BlastCo-fermented coffee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Heat Death and Smash Death - It's a Thing 361

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 31:50


    Tom finds a new Briticism and Molly finds heat death. Then Tom says smashburgers are out, while Molly is here for Imogen Heap. LINKS:The death of hot beveragesImogen Heap for sampling and sports editsPMSL Brazilian Burgers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Butterbeer Sober - It's a Thing 360

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 34:07


    Tom overhears a sober culture thing at a concert and Molly finds the newest brand flavor collaboration taking over everything. Then Tom recognizes zuded, while Molly finds NBA nicknames are amazing.Get the show here.LINKS:Butterbeer flavorThe NBA nickname revolutionCalifornia SoberZuded Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Faux Transparent Starter Sauna Suits - It's a Thing 359

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 29:41


    Tom finds new words for not being okay and Molly is seeing through a new fashion trend. Then Tom finds a sweaty thing that suits him, while Molly is getting her starter pack together.CONTENT WARNING: We use the term "enshitification" a lot in the feedback section.LINKS:Fleece-lined faux transluscent tightsStarter packs"crashed out"Sauna suits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Boomerang Episode - It's a Thing 358

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 24:51


    Tom says hehehe to a reptile thing and Molly goes shopping in the world. Then Tom is keeping his palms cool, while Molly finds the next Millennial takedown.LINKS:Bag charmsGen Z making fun of Millennial burger joints Laughing Lizard Palm-cooling devices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Functional Looking - It's a Thing 357

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 24:44


    This week on the show, Molly and Tom dig into functional foods, emergency contacts, slow looking, and a new fashion thing.LINKS:Functional foodsFunctional spiritsCape coatsThis is my emergency contactSlow looking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Catching a Rising Hollister - It's a Thing 356

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 30:43


    Tom finds that Kendrick Lamar is the opposite of reheated nachos and Molly is enjoying pink-pilling. Then Tom is big on cookies, while Molly is trying to understand Hollister. Plus, music at the Super Bowl still matters. We got new merch!LINKS:Pink-pillingHollisterReheated Nachos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Microdosing Crumbs and Claude - It's a Thing 355

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 27:28


    Tom microdoses a thing and Molly is talking about her boy Claude.LINKS:CrumbsClaude Do It For the Plot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Mona Lisa of Smelling Like Death - It's a Thing 354

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 25:27


    Tom goes on full Kidult and Molly is feeling the 90s vibes with Gelo. Then Tom's excitement blossoms again, while Molly has the latest gourmet trend to keep an eye on. Plus the youngs are on LinkedIn.LINKS:GeloKidultCorpse Flower Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Monopolies Are In Charge Now - It's a Thing 353

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 22:33


    Tom finds the AI for choice for the youth and Molly has a new marriage thing. Then Tom simplifies the phone to its essential function and Molly is feeling colorful.LINKS:Lavender marriagesMocha mousseSnap's My AI on SnapChat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Thirsty Dior Bags - It's a Thing 352

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 21:08


    Tom brings us the latest in drone tech and the portmanteau of our times. Molly offers us the thirstiest edits and the latest in faux fur.LINKS:Faux Fur Target Faux FurDior BagsBlursed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    So Many Conflicting Feelings - It's a Thing 351

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 26:00


    Tom is seeking balance and Molly has a New Year bingo. Then Tom is on Watch Duty, while Molly is seeing the sights at night. LINKS:Bingo boards for new year's resolutionsNoctourism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Let's Make Predictions - It's a Thing 350

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 24:28


    Molly, Tom, and Producer Rich look how they did on their 2024 predictions and prognosticate what the new year will bring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Nailed It/Failed It - It's a Thing 349

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 31:13


    To close out the year, we look back at all the things we nailed, and all the calls we completely failed at. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Swim with the Bait - It's a Thing 348

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 25:44


    Tom finds a thing taking over your local FYE and Molly finds the other dude look of 2024. Then Tom finds people are talking about the holiday talk, while Molly finds everyone is unhinged. Plus drones. Family content warning: We talk about Santa. LINKS:Parents agonizing over lying to kids about santaJunji Ito manga Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Millennial Limit - It's a Thing 347

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 28:10


    Tom splits the G and Molly is getting huge returns on her Pokemon investments. Then Tom would prefer if you just called, while Molly has reached her Millennial limit.LINKS:Nick AdultsSplitting the GDear old people, stop texting “call me” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Beauty Isn't Beautiful - It's a Thing 346

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 34:20


    We are still rehabbing from Thanksgiving. Tom has bean thinking of a new thing and Molly is seeing an emoji trend. Then Tom abandons wine tradition, while Molly is looking at dermaplaning. LINKS:White people using darker-skinned emojiDermaplaningBeansNon-traditional wine glassesAshton Jeanty (again) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Blueskys for Crumbl - It's a Thing 345

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 29:28


    Tom talks about Bluesky and Twin Peaks clothes. Molly brings us the cookie of our times and Jared McCain. LINKS:Crumbl cookies especially late night!Jared McCainUndercover - Twin Peaks clothes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Jude Law Is Our Copium - It's a Thing 344

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 20:03


    Tom finds a new old Nintendo thing and Molly is flirting with Jude Law. Then Tom thinks we've hit peak Copium, while Molly is in the belly of the onion. Plus there is an undercurrent of smut. LINKS:Jude Law Flirting Season Tennessee OnionsKirby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Don't Eat the Messenger - It's a Thing 343

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 21:48


    Tom injects some new understanding into a Korean skincare thing and Molly is hungry for Moo Deng. Then Tom says more with less, while Molly is getting centelled. LINKS: Hating Moo DengNBA CentelRejuran Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Jeffersonian Bar Soap QR Codes - It's a Thing 342

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 28:48


    Tom, Molly, and Producer Rich clear out the bullpen, our list of things that didn't make it into a regular episode. Some of them we remember quite clearly why we added it. Others, we try to reconstruct our reasoning. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2004 Comes Back Around - It's a Thing 341

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 24:44


    Molly and Tom take The Verge's excellent 2004 or 2024 Quiz. It was a fun time. Play along with us and let us know how you did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bogcore, Not Hardcore - It's a Thing 340

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 25:13


    Tom gets bogged down in a new thing and Molly finds a ramp up psyop. Then Tom is getting a G-Shock Watch, while Molly recoils at a fashion revival. LINKS:October just got so hardcoreSkirts over jeans are backBogcore G-Shock Watches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Locking in to Halloumi Fries - It's a Thing 339

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 21:54


    Tom celebrates Locktoberfest and Molly gets cheesy about something she called 3 years ago. Then Tom goes for a run in the park while Molly gets meta.LINKS:Halloumi fries (CALLED IT IN 2021)We're a thingThe Locktober Surprise Parkrun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mother Facetune - It's a Thing 338

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 28:45


    Tom is feeling maternal and Molly is easing off the Facetuning. Then Tom is interpreting a new thing and Molly finds the Michael Myers of football.Check out our new merch HERE.LINKS:FacetuneBoise State goth volleyball playerAshton JeantyMotherThe 'Interpretive Dance Trend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Maas Effect - It's a Thing 337

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 30:44


    Tom is playing 4D chess and Molly finds the latest version of library love. Then Tom is putting on his stompers, while Molly finds the kids are sharing locations like crazy. LINKS:LibraryTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Plant-Based Labubu - It's a Thing 336

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 27:41


    Producer Rich joins Tom again this week to discuss the latest in diets, collectables, flavors, and water. Molly returns next week!LINKS:Plant-based dietsLabubuMoo Deng Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Richard Gere Went to the Orioles Game - It's a Thing 335

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 23:24


    Tom is all about BOGO and Rich is watching his smarts. Then Tom pauses on a new thing, while Rich adds to his aura. LINKS: Smartwatches for kidsAuraPause ads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Let's Read More Design Blogs - It's a Thing 334

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 28:43


    Tom finds that brain rot is getting political and Molly respects the symphony dolphin. Then Molly finds that Windows Aero rides again, while Tom finds that slim is back.LINKS:Symphony dolphinFrutiger aero aestheticBrainrot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Get a Skin Tag - It's a Thing 333

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 22:27


    Tom gets unserious and Molly gets weird with jeans. Then Tom finds the AIification of humanity, while Molly gets in line for a new dancing thing. LINKS:Weird denimLine dancing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bread Butt Coffee - It's a Thing 332

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 26:23


    Tom "locks in" and Molly finds the new best remix. Then Tom is looking at the new coffee while Molly loves Subway takes.LINKS:Black jobs edits and remixesSubway takes Lock InCoffee replacement Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A Place, Not a Style - It's a Thing 331

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 28:32


    We start the show being very demure. Tom for real has the new slang thing and Molly takes a pause. Then Tom is coasting on Connecticut, while Molly recognizes a chromatically determinate equestrian association. LINKS:Very Demure Very MindfulPink Pony Club (aka Chappell Roan)Connecticut Coast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Dogging in the Raw - It's a Thing 330

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 29:48


    Tom grows on the latest hair trend and Molly finds the Sephora kids. Then Tom has the new flavor hotness, while Molly says the words "raw" and "dog." Plus they both recognize the ur-thing of the Australian breakdancer.LINKS:Australian breakdancer Sephora kidsRawdoggingBroccoli Cut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Fans and Chilled Coffee - It's a Thing 329

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2024 30:05


    Tom is feeling Magnificent about tech and Molly sees our cyborg future. Then Tom finds a cool thing about coffee, while Molly brings a fan from Europe.LINKS:Chilled CoffeeThe PatchFans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Heirloom Sickos - It's a Thing 328

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 29:47


    Producer Rich steps in for Molly to talk about the latest in fandom and Tom meats him halfway. Then Rich is reading the summer away and Tom burns down the house. LINKS:Sickos BacklashHeirloom meat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Manifesting Skibidi - It's a Thing 327

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 35:28


    Tom notes that the Skibidi Toilet goes to the big screen and Molly discovers brat. Then Tom throws everyone a Twisters, while Molly explains the 4B movement.Check out our new "Socks Mandatory Slides" in our merch store!LINKS:Brat4B movement‘Skibidi Toilet' Film Twisters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    It Was Good But Not Bread - It's a Thing 326

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 24:16


    Tom gets chummy with a new thing and Molly gallops into a sport thing. Then Tom recognizes the cottage cheese renaissance, while Molly publicly relates to a new phrase. LINKS:Hobby horse racingChumboxCottage cheese Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    An Americano Detour - It's a Thing 325

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 35:15


    Tom delves into the viral trend of Dubai Chocolate, while Molly puts some weight behind a new vest. Then Tom highlights the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, while Molly explores Zone 2 cardio: electric boogaloo.LINKS:VestsZone 2Dubai ChocolateAtomic Habits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Shorts Are Back - It's a Thing 324

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 25:23


    Tom talks about the rise of the digital detox and Molly finds a movie theater thing. They also both talk about shorts.LINKS:4-inch shortsPopcorn bucketsDigital DetoxBermudas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tastes... Evolve - It's a Thing 324

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 32:19


    Molly and Tom recognize the ascension of Sabrina Carpenter. After that, Tom talks the inescapability of Webtoons and Molly finds Gen Z's new boyfriend. Then Tom finds an instant thing and Molly shames more young men.LINKS:Rat BoysSabrina Carpenter Webtoons Instant CoffeeAlpaca Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wizardposting and Polyphenols - It's a Thing 322

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2024 25:19


    Producer Rich steps in for Molly in this episode. Tom opens us to the world of wizardposting and Rich makes sure he's getting his polyphenols. Then Tom finds the shirt of the summer and Rich tries to figure out some corporate slang. LINKS:PolyphenolsWizardposting“Good boy” shirts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Opposite of Spick-and-Span - It's a Thing 321

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 33:53


    Tom spredges his wings and Molly gets a book boyfriend. Then Tom brings the slop, while Molly finds the rolling 70s do in fact gather moss.VOTE FOR OUR NEXT MERCH HERE.LINKS:Book BoyfriendsMossSpredgeSlop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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