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An irregularly scheduled podcast where two friends talk about the ridiculous purchases of the wealthy through the ages. Because as long as there have been wealthy people, they've been buying obnoxious crap. Follow us on Instagram @outrageouslyunnecessary and Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod

Haley Borden


    • Oct 22, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 58m AVG DURATION
    • 43 EPISODES

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    Episode 43: Classy and Erudite

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2022 61:05


    We're a week late on October's episode! So sorry!Come listen to Haley talk about the modern day Queen of Halloween, and then stay to hear Stephen talk about the optional services in life that the rich have access to!Images we talk about will be up on instagram!We love you

    Episode 42: Divine Furlong

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 56:14


    Stephen talks about CAMELS. Haley talks about Alexander the Great's boyfriend.Sorry we're late guys! Take a look at the photos we talk about this episode on instagram! @outrageouslyunnecessaryOr come follow us on Twitter! @ounecessarypod

    Episode 41: Sofishticated

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2022 55:21


    It's still the 15th! We did it! We released something on a schedule! Wooo! Anywho, join Haley in talking about some large fish transportation and then hear Stephen talk about an incredibly rich and traumatized divorcee.Follow us on socials!Instagram: @outrageouslyunncessaryTwitter: @ounnecessarypod

    Episode 40: Summer Camp

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 57:45


    Wow we made it to episode 40! How the hell did we do that? I think that averages us at 10 episodes a year.. Anywho, join Stephen to talk about Summer Camp Frat Party for Rich White Men! and then Haley talks about the world's most disappointing billionaire! Stephen manages his best pun yet!Thanks for all your support, Gilded Gang!Photos on instagram @outrageouslyunnecessary

    Episode 39: In Ranch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 39:23


    A short-ish episode for you sweet Gilded Gang listeners! Google was kind on Haley's rabbit hole search, and gifted us with the story of the Rothschild Surrealist Ball.

    Episode 38: Thither

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 63:14


    Stephen is recovered from the brink of death and somehow found a Gilded Age tale that Haley has NEVER HEARD OF. And Haley just got really into a new podcast and recapped an episode for you.

    Episode 37: It's So French

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 58:16


    We're really sorry for the French accents on this one, guys. They really got away from usAnywho, tune in to Stephen talking about the woman responsible for killing the planet! Haley talks about the Wedding of the Century!

    Episode 36: Old Man Face Codpiece

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2022 58:42


    It's 2022! Haley talks about stupid fashion trends. Stephen talks about rich people pissing contents. An exciting time for all of us.We've missed you, Gilded Gang.

    Episode 35: Economy Parking Lot Bus

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 52:07


    Cutting it close, but we did it! An August episode to fill our monthly quota!Come learn about Stephens Crazy Crib series finale!Then get historical and learn about how to melt your own ding dang amber!

    Episode 34: God Damned Stuttering Castles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 57:23


    Welcome to the exhausted, low energy episode! We were pooped while recording this, y'all. We definitely got a little loopy towards the end there, so we highly recommend sticking around til the end for some slap-happy hosts.Haley was given her topic by her friend Jose, who mentioned his hometown's cemetery while their dogs were playing.Stephen is here with Crazy Crib #4, and boy is it a doozy.

    Episode 33: Rainforest Cafe Sky

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 60:43


    Hey yo hey! Come listen to another installment of Crazy Cribs! And also some Stephen backstory! Turns out the poor boy can never go skiing again.Second half is all about the Bonaparte you've never heard of!Finally... Sneads Ferry? Call us. We love you

    Episode 32: Gold Makes Me Angry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 51:48


    Come listen and learn about Nawab Bob (okay, his name is actually Muhammed Mahabat Khanji III, but Nawab Bob is just so catchy), a Chump Change involving anime and gold, and a continuation of Stephen's Crazy Cribs series!

    Episode 31: Concrete Donut

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 59:44


    Welcome to Season 2! At least... We're calling it Season 2 after our longest hiatus ever. Sorry about the no warning, guys. We didn't know if was happening either, and then after a while it seemed like it had been to long to even bring it up.. You know how it is.Anyways, topics for this episode include the first in Stephen's new series that he's calling "Crazy Cribs", and Haley talks about the richest man in all of history! That's right. History.

    Episode 30: Stick Up Her Butt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 57:58


    Goodness gracious, episode 30! Look at us go! Apologies for being extremely late on the upload, my sweet Gilded Gang, but as usual, life got the better of us.But to ring in our 30th episode (and to give Stephen a break and give him a chance to recover from his cold), Haley is taking the wheel on this one and using the WHOLE HOUR to talk about the Gatekeeping Queen of New York City in the Victorian Era.

    Episode 29: Voice Acting 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 65:33


    Haley talks about Guinness Book of World Record winner of the title "World's Greatest Miser" and Stephen talks about the guy who made storage lockers a thing! Also far too many show recommendations?

    Episode 28: Take it in the...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 55:59


    Oh no we accidentally created an awful catchphrase this episode! Well, please forgive us and listen to Stephen talk about a man who created an extremely silly "mansion". And then stick around for Haley to talk about a scam of epic proportions from 18th century France!Like what you hear? Give us a rate and review on apple podcasts! (pretty please?)Twitter: @ounnecessarypodInstagram: @outrageouslyunnecessary

    Episode 27: A Rumbly Tumbly

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 62:10


    This episode we find out about Stephen's hidden past (at least, hidden to Haley), when we talk about a Lord of the Rings high fantasy wedding. And then Stephen manages to find a Gilded Age mogul who Haley DOESN'T know about? What is even happening.Follow us on Instagram! @outrageouslyunnecessaryFollow us on Twitter( @OUnnecessaryPod

    Episode 26: Feed the Fishy and Ride a Bear

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 69:26


    *Disclaimer* The last 6 minutes of Stephen's audio was lost. Haley's audio remains in place to give an ending to the story. Please forgive how strange it may sound.Hiatus is OVER! Three cheers for that. Please join us today as Stephen regales us with the life of the self-proclaimed Queen of Mean.And then stick around to hear Haley tell you about the definition of an 1800's eccentric wealthy fop.Follow us on instagram to see the photos we referenced in today's episode!Instagram: @outrageouslyunnecessaryTwitter: @ounnecessarypod

    Episode 25: The Anals of Crime

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 59:17


    Hooooo baby, it's been a while, hasn't it? Well, in these very strange times I hope we can provide a bit of comedic comfort to you. Or you're free to chat with us on twitter, instagram, or our email if you need someone to keep you company during isolation! Just reach out! Anyhoo, Haley brings her first two parter topic today with the crazy Yellow-Journalism entrepreneur and his ridiculous estate. Stephen managed to find the world's original Ponzi Scheme grifter, and no, it isn't Ponzi!

    Episode 24: Dwarf Tossing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 57:15


    Boy oh boy, we sure are good at not having life get in the way of our hobby podcast... Sorry for the wait you guys! This episode is filled with many side tangents, and some insight into Haley's high school history lessons that may explain why she is just SO INTO THIS. Stephen brings to the table two wildly different people - the man who invented the pet rock (have we done that one before??) and then a man who collects dwarves. Which is, you know, not great. Chump Change has us wondering if y'all would be willing to support our endeavor to buy extremely luxurious toilet paper?? Pretty please? And finally, Haley got a little too obsessed with Agatha Christie so here we are talking about the early 1900s luxury train.

    Episode 23: Yurt Yeeters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 70:43


    How do you do, fellow Yurt Yeeters? Okay but really, you'll have to look at the photos of these extremely fancy yurts on our instagram/twitter and mourn the fact that they were yeeted. Come learn about the fancy fancy yurts and other very good information all about the 2,500th Anniversary Celebration of Persia! And then Stephen has gotten very interested in his new job and found out that you can basically insure anything if you try hard enough. Like what we do? Give us a review! It really does help. Follow us on instagram @outrageouslyunnecessary and on twitter @OUnnecessaryPod for photos and more!

    Episode 22: Two Vacuums = One Cargo Ship

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 64:19


    Guys, we're sorry for this one. This is our second annual Christmas episode and it's just the epitome of capitalism, so it's bound to make you angry. It sure made us angry! We're thinking sticking to the wealthy of the past for the next few episodes may be smart. Anyways, take a listen for Stephen up first talking about the top ten most expensive gifts you could buy, and then listen to Haley talk about how the wealthy of today spend an average Christmas (lights, gingerbread houses, dinner, etc.) (also sorry for Stephen sounding like he's a bit muffled, but we ARE technological difficulties the podcast)

    Episode 21: Eatin' Chicken, Lickin' Walls (with Guests Alicia, Brandon, & Chris)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 44:32


    Welcome to a very special guest episode! Say hello to Haley's Thanksgiving Dinner guests, Alicia, Brandon, & Chris, who kindly agreed to be told an outlandish story by Haley. This episode is all about the 5th Duke of Portland, an aristocrat we're fairly certain is a mole person. PS Please excuse any echos, editing was difficult due to the many voices. Subscribe if you like what we got going on! Follow us on Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod Follow us on Instagram @OutrageouslyUnnecessary

    Episode 20: Sad Clowns Eat Sad Candy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 61:51


    The Halloween Episode is here!! Get excited to hear Haley talk all about how The Happiest Place on Earth decorates for Halloween in ONE NIGHT. And then Content Warning for Stephen's topic, mention of insane asylums, blood, mistreatment, death, bones. Yeah, things took a dark turn for Stephen, but I guess we ordered something spooky for the holiday!

    Episode 19: Support Petty B*tches

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 63:13


    Oh boy, here we go naming our listeners and coming up with segment names, everybody run for your lives! Stephen goes first today with the topic of a Gilded Age millionaire who probably could have become an Owl themed version of Batman. Haley opts to talk about the Golden Age of Hollywood and its 1920's power couple and also a minorly spooky story?

    Episode 18: A Noble's Snail Trail

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 63:44


    Haley went to France and was inspired to tell the tales of 17th Century life in French Court! Stephen finally finished the massive cliffhanger he left us on last episode: what happened to the Fugger family? Also we're trying out fun facts, so let us know how you like that! If you want to see photos associated with this episode, take a look at our instagram and twitter

    Episode 17: The Wiz Khalifa

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2019 56:54


    Sorry we're late! Moving is the worst, right? Hopefully we can make it up to you with the show's very first two part episode! Stephen had so much information on a guy named Jakob Fugger that he needed 2 parts. And Haley just wanted to make you feel bad about your current bank account balance by talking about all the things you can spend your money on in the richest city in the world.

    Episode 16: Drug Money Built New York Public Libraries

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2019 53:54


    Calling all trivia junkies - come learn about how a millionaire secluded herself in a hotel room for 24 years living off of crackers and Cuban cigars! Or win Jeopardy by knowing who it was that built New York City's public libraries - but you know, with drug money. Because opium is China's problem according to this dude.

    Episode 15: A Metric Buttload

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 53:12


    Come take a listen to birthday boy Stephen talk about insane collections curated by every day enthusiasts. (We do get a little off track with personal collection anecdotes). Haley brings the amazing Ornamental Garden Hermit to the table, and yes, it is as weird as you think it is.

    Episode 14: The Wizard's Tower

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2019 63:15


    Join Haley in discovering the wonderful world of pineapples and their influence on wealthy society. People would do just about anything for a pineapple it seems. And listen to Stephen take us on a tour of the world's most expensive doll house. It's really a miniature, but let's not get into semantics. Follow us on Instagram @OutrageouslyUnnecessary and on Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod

    Episode 13: A Casual Brick of Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 62:35


    Kayde and Haley are back together for episode 13! Kayde talks about the Philippines' world record holding First Lady. A hint - she's a pretty fashionable lady. Haley talks about Victorian England's obsession with Egypt and how they took their love a little too far. Please like, subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends about us :) Follow us! Instagram: @OutrageouslyUnnecessary Twitter: @OUnneccessaryPod Questions? Comments? Email us at outrageouslyunnecessary@gmail.com

    Episode 12: Scrape the Gold Off Your Car (with guest George)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2019 55:13


    Haley is here with listener and topic suggester George! George has been so chock full of topic suggestions we decided to let him have a go at telling the world about one of them! Or rather, two of them because the first one is short. George talks about ridiculous things that happened in the world of cars and racing, and Haley decides to cover a beast with political ambitions. Order of operations is George, Haley, George. Timestamps: George 1: 2:13 Haley: 14:15 George 2: 28:47 Follow us on social media Twitter: @OUnnecessaryPod Instagram: @OutrageouslyUnnecessary Email: OutrageouslyUnnecessary@gmail.com

    Episode 11: Fishes and Females

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 48:45


    Stephen and Haley are here once again dishes out the hot gossip on whatever it is those darn rich people are spending their money on. Does it count if the gossip is about people from over 100 years ago? ... In any case we're glad to give you some facts to dish out at parties, Stephen is talking about luxurious weddings with incredibly expensive cakes, and Haley is talking about the best party thrower of the early 1900s. Like what you hear? Give us a rating and review wherever you listen! Want to see what it is we 're referencing in the episode? Head on over to Instagram @outrageouslyunnecessary or over to Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod

    Episode 10: Proud Owner of the Vajoliroja

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 52:11


    Haley talks about a car that was made by carousel designers! And also is more life like than it should be. Stephen talks about the mid-2000's favorite pirate, his yacht, and how to properly host a funeral for someone who wants to go out with a bang. See the photos on Instagram @OutrageouslyUnnecessary Follow us on Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod

    Episode 9: King of the Dudes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 55:49


    Welcome to the true host alternating schedule! Stephen is here with Haley this week and he takes a dip back in time to talk about a few.. colorful characters in history. Namely a Fonzie-esque Musketeer and a Roman emperor who might actually be Scrooge McDuck. Haley counters these good historical boys with everyone's favorite terrible king. A terrible king who liked wine and had great collections. Follow us on Instagram @outrageouslyunnecessary Follow us on Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod Leave us a rate and review wherever you're listening! It helps a lot!

    Episode 8: Spaghetti Bangs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2019 67:02


    In this episode Haley talks about how America's National Treasure has trouble holding onto his money and Kayde is here to talk about how crack cocaine ruins the lives of lottery winners. Like what we got? Give us a review and rating on iTunes! Wanna see the photos we talk about in this episode? Head on over to Instagram and follow us at OutrageouslyUnnecessary Follow us on Twitter for updates at OUnnecessaryPod

    Episode 7: Holy French Toast and Aliens, Batman!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 65:14


    We didn't meet our New Year's resolution of once a month in January, but we're here for February gosh darn it. So Stephen is back, this time with a new title! He's officially the third co host of the show! Stephen and Kayde will be interchangeable now! Stephen starts us off with government funded alien research and crazy shit fans will buy off of celebrities. Haley talks about expensive.... "delicacies." Maybe don't eat food while listening that that half. Follow us on instagram @OutrageouslyUnnecessary and follow us on Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod If you like the show please give us a rate and review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts!

    Episode 6: Like Two Horses in a Stable (with Guest Stephen)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2018 70:16


    Kayde is out holiday shopping so episode 6 is brought to you by Haley and friend of the show Stephen! Today's filthy rich topics include a toy store with everything including a receipt from the internet's favorite celebrity, and ridiculous ways to spend your money partying on New Year's Eve. Please rate and subscribe if you like what we got! Follow us on social media for updates and images! Twitter: @OUnnecessaryPod Instagram: OutrageouslyUnnecessary

    Episode 5: Line it with Squirrel Fur

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 59:49


    Kayde and Haley are together again! After an absence Kayde brings a doozy to the table by talking about fake billionaire Jho Low and Haley talks about The Dancing Marquess - Henry Paget. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for updates and info! Send questions to outrageouslyunnnecessary@gmail.com

    Episode 4: Keep Building (with guest Garret)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2018 27:23


    Haley is here with a Halloween spooky (not that spooky) story about a very crazy mansion. And she brought her boyfriend Garret to the table to try and convince him to drive the 3 hours to take her there. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for photos and updates!

    Episode 3: Just Buy The Chairs, Cecil (with guests Stephen and Trevor)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2018 93:54


    Episode 3 of Outrageously Unnecessary includes a ridiculous costume party, a mold of Oprah's butt, the purchase of a Wonder of the World, and the best couch. Thanks to guests Stephen and Trevor for joining Haley on this episode! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for links to more information on these topics and updates!

    Episode 2: Rich Man's Kinder Surprise

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2018 59:14


    Join Haley and Kayde for Episode 2 of Outrageously Unnecessary! This week we talk about some non-edible Kinder Surprises that have a lot of wind up mechanisms. We also talk about the world's most absurd dinner party for horse lovers! Email us at Outrageouslyunnecessary@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram to see some pictures of the crazy stuff we're talking about: https://www.instagram.com/outrageouslyunnecessary/ Follow us on Twitter @OUnnecessaryPod for updates and links!

    Episode 1: I Speak for the Hippos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2018 57:06


    Episode 1 of Outrageously Unnecessary, a podcast about the insane things the wealthy have bought. Today Haley discusses Pablo Escobar's rampant hippo problem and Kayde brings the Sultan of Brunei and his little brother Prince Jefri to the table. Send comments or suggestions to OutrageouslyUnnecessary@gmail.com

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