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A show in two parts. The Profound parts feature fascinating interviews with everyone from celebrities and athletes to professional dominatrixes and dinosaur hunters. The Pointless part tries to answer life's greatest questions. Or, as one listener put it "WHAT did I just listen to and WHY did I list…

Nick VinZant


    • May 14, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Riley Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 32:04


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    Summer Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 34:26


    It might not be summer yet but it's still time for our first ever Summer Special. We talk city names, unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Summer Movies of All Time. Pointless: 00:00 Candle of the Month: 12:00 The Best Summer Movies: 19:49 Contact the Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tornado Researchers Dr. Jana Houser and Dr. Paul Markowski

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 63:26


    With winds of over 300 miles per hour, Tornadoes are a incredibly destructive force of nature. But what causes them, why can't we predict them and will climate change make them worse? Tornado Researchers Dr. Jana Houser and Dr. Paul Markowski are trying to answer these questions and more. We talk what causes tornadoes, why they only happens in certain areas and the craziest thing they've seen a tornado do. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Things Embarrassing Things We Do. Dr. Jana Houser and Dr. Paul Markowski: 01:12 Pointless: 28:53 Top 5 Embarrassing Things We Do: 47:15 Contact the Show Dr. Paul Markowski Dr. Jana Houser Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Earthquake Geologist Dr. Wendy Bohon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 69:58


    We all know what an earthquake is but what's actually happening deep inside the Earth when the ground starts to shake. Earthquake Geologist Dr. Wendy Bohon studies earthquakes. We talk the science behind earthquakes, earthquakes myths and what Hollywood gets wrong. Then, it's Hummers and Cybertrucks vs. Pintos and Jeeps as we countdown the Top 5 Most Ridiculous Cars. Dr. Wendy Bohon: 01:01 Pointless: 35:37 Top 5 Most Ridiculous Cars: 55:38 Contact the Show Dr. Wendy Bohon TikTok Dr. Wendy Bohon BlueSky Dr. Wendy Bohon Instagram Dr. Wendy Bohon YouTube Dr. Wendy Bohon LinkedIn Dr. Wendy Bohon Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    White Collar Crime Researcher Dr. Will Thomas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 76:14


    From Fraud and Bribery to Money Laundering and Insider Trading, Dr. Will Thomas studies white collar crime. We talk how white collar crimes are committed, why criminals get away and what happens to the nearly $800 billion lost every year to white collar crime. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Stores to Wander Around In Dr. Will Thomas: 00:58 Pointless: 42:08 Top 5 Stores: 58:43 Contact the Show Dr. Will Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Technosexuals Mandroid Exotica and Robo Grrl

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 52:36


    From Robots and Androids to Planes and Phones, Technosexuals are attracted to technology. We talk technosexuality, robot lovers and more with Technosexuals, Mandroid Exotica and Robo Grrl. Then, it's towels and books vs. t-shirts and pictures as we countdown the Top 5 Hardest Things to Get Rid Of. Mandroid Exotica and Robo Grrl: 01:14 Pointless:17:46 Top 5 Hardest Things to Get Rid Of: 36:45 Contact the Show Mandroid Exotica Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Language Creators (Conlangers) David J. Peterson and Jessie Peterson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 76:53


    From Dothraki in Game of Thrones to Chakobsa in Dune, Language Creators (Conlangers) David J. Peterson and Jessie Peterson have created dozens of new languages for many of your favorite movies and TV shows. We talk what goes into creating a new language, anthropomorphic beavers and plot secrets hidden in languages. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Fish. David J. Peterson and Jessie Peterson: 01:16 Pointless:27:48 Candle of the Month: 50:52 Top 5 Fish: 58:56 Contact the Show David J. Peterson Website David J. Peterson YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sleep Psychologist Dr. Jade Wu

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 61:10


    Sleep Psychologist Dr. Jade Wu helps people fall asleep and stay asleep. We talk the latest science on why sleep is important, what happens to us if we don't get enough sleep, and why when you sleep is just as important as how long your sleep. Then, it's Lions and Tigers vs, Bobcats and Cougars and we countdown the Top 5 Cats. Dr. Jade Wu: 01:04 Pointless: 26:41 Top 5: 47:33 Contact the Show Dr. Jade Wu Website Dr. Jade Wu Book: Dr. Jade Wu Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hand Tap Tattoo Artist Lane Wilcken

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 65:29


    Traditional Hand Tap tattoos aren't just tattoos, they're a unique, ceremonial experience specifically designed to connect someone with their history, ancestors and culture. Hand Tap Tattoo Artist Lane Wilcken has honed his craft for more than a decade. We talk the process behind Hand Tapped tattoos, the unique story behind each tattoo and connecting with those who have come before you. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Hardest Minor Life Decisions. Lane Wilcken: 01:18 Pointless: 28:41 Top 5 Hardest Minor Life Decisions: 48:13 Contact the Show Lane Wilcken Website Lane Wilcken Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tariff and Trade Economist Dr. Katherine Schmeiser Lande

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 53:18


    Tariffs are currently front and center of the economic world. But what exactly is a tariff and how does it affect you? Tariff and Trade Economist Dr. Katherine Schmeiser Lande studies the impact of tariffs. We talk the impact of tariffs on consumers, a growing trade war and if we're headed towards a recession. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Pieces of Life Advice. Dr. Katherine Schmeiser Lande: 01:14 Pointless: 23:39 Top 5 Pieces of Life Advice: 36:37 Contact the Show Dr. Katherine Schmeiser Lande Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Speed Skier Marc Amann

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 60:59


    At over 240 kilometers per hour, Professional Speed Skier Marc Amann is one of the fastest skiers on Earth. We talk getting started in Speed Skiing, the goal every Speed Skier is chasing and why stopping is really the hardest part. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Movie Characters We'd Like to Hang Out With. Marc Amann: 01:09 Pointless: 22:09 Candle of the Month: 34:52 Top 5 Movie Characters We'd Like to Hang Out With: 46:39 Contact the Show Marc Amann Website Marc Amann Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cult Survivor Daniella Mestyanek Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 86:30


    Daniella Mestyanek Young spent more than a decade in the infamous “Children of God” religious cult. Now, she's here to tell her story. We talk why people join cults, the extreme difficulty of leaving a cult and the growing influence of cults in America. Then, it's Cubans and Reubens vs. Grilled Cheese and Peanut Butter and Jelly as we countdown the Top 5 Sandwiches. Daniella Mestyanek Young (aka Knitting Cult Lady): 01:14 Pointless: 46:02 Top 5 Sandwiches: 01:09:52 Contact the Show Daniella Mestyanek Young Website Daniella Mestyanke Young Instagram UnCultured: Daniella Mestyanek Young's Book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Lucid Dreaming Researcher Dr. Deirdre Barrett

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 54:21


    Can we control our dreams, and if so, how do we dot it. Dream Researcher and Lucid Dreaming Expert Dr. Deirdre Barret has spent decades studying how we can influence our dreams. We talk Lucid Dreaming, how to know when you're dreaming and why we have dreams. Then, it's Mario World and Hyrule vs. Vice City and Pokemon as we countdown the Top 5 Video Game Worlds We'd Like to Live In. Dr. Deirdre Barrett: 01:15 Pointless: 23:52 Top 5 Video Game Worlds: 37:38 Contact the Show Dr. Deirdre Barrett Instagram Dr. Deirdre Barrett Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dream Researcher Dr. Dylan Selterman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 66:15


    They only happen when we're sleeping but our dreams can have a profound effect on what we do when we're awake. Dream Researcher Dr. Dylan Selterman studies how dreams impact our daily lives, our relationship and the choices we make. We talk why we dream, why some people are dreaming less and controlling our dreams. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Common Sense Things We Didn't Know. Dr. Dylan Selterman: 00:49 Pointless: 33:26 Top 5: 49:45 Contact the Show Dylan Selterman Website Dylan Selterman Podcast - A Bit More Complicated Dylan Selterman - BlueSky Dylan Selterman - Instagram Dylan Selterman - Psychology Today Column Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Love and Loneliness Research Dr. Jacqueline Olds

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 75:51


    Why do we fall in love and what happens to our bodies and brains when we do? Psychiatrist and Love Researcher Dr. Jacqueline Olds has spent decades finding the answers to those questions. We talk why we fall in love, tips for a healthy relationship and the pain of loneliness. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Popular Songs we Turn Off Immediately. Dr. Jacqueline Olds: 01: 10 Pointless: 34:04 Candle of the Month: 53:11 Top 5 Worst Popular Songs: 57:24 Contact the Show Overcoming Loneliness in Everyday Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Cosmic Void Researcher Dr. Alicia Pisani

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 56:08


    Cosmic Voids could be the key to unlocking the secrets of our Universe.That''s why Cosmologist Dr. Alicia Pisana has spent her life studying them. We talk the origin of Cosmic Voids, Earth's place in the Universe and why Dark Energy could be at the center of it all. Then, it's Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune vs. Family Feud and Double Dash as we countdown the Top 5 Game Shows of All Time. Dr. Alicia Pisani: 01:07 Pointless: 24:41 Top 5 Game Shows: 41:57 Contact the Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ski BASE Jumper and Speedrider JT Holmes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 57:16


    Ski BASE Jumping is a blend of speed, danger, adrenaline and spectacularly beautiful views. And a Professional Ski BASE Jumper JT Holmes isn't afraid to go right off a 6,000 foot cliff. We talk Ski BASE Jumping, the growing sport of Speedriding and James Bond. Then, it's Star Wars and the Godfather vs. Dumb and Dumber and Forest Gump as we countdown the Top 5 Most Quotable Movies. JT Holmes: 01:15 Pointless: 23:41 Top 5 Most Quotable Movies: 42:21 Contact the Show JT Holmes Instagram JT Homes Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    World Champion Elvis Impersonator JD King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 66:30


    JD King is one of the best Elvis Impersonators in the world. For the last twenty years he's been winning competitions and performing all over the world. We talk the life of an Elvis Impersonator, why Elvis is still going strong and his favorite Elvis conspiracy theories. Then, it's The Simpsons and The Wire vs. Friends and South Park as we countdown the Top 5 Most Quotable TV Shows. JD King: 01:26 Pointless: 28:18 Top 5 Most Quotable TV Shows: 51:14 Contact the Show JD King Website JD King Facebook JD King Instagram JD King YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Las Vegas Showgirl Mariah Nieslanik

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 58:33


    Showgirls aren't just dancers, they're a symbol of Las Vegas itself. And as a featured dancer at Fantasy at Luxor, Mariah Nieslanik is one of the best. We talk the life of a Las Vegas Showgirl, the fierce competition to become a Showgirl and the future of Las Vegas. Then, it's God Shamgod vs. Zsa Zsa Gabor as we countdown the Top 5 Celebrity Names. Mariah Nieslanik: 01:08 Pointless: 23:09 Top 5 Celebrity Names: 45:13 Profoundly Pointless Patreon Page Contact the Show Mariah Nieslanik Instagram Mariah Nieslanik Facebook Mariah Nieslanik TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Brothel Manager Catherine De Noire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 64:59


    Catherine De Noire has spent the last decade managing a legal Brothel. It's a place filled with intimacy, unique characters and sometimes, danger. We talk the life of a Madame (Brothel Manager), crazy customers requests and why people really come to a Brothel. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Worst New Year's Resolutions. Catherine De Noire: 01:17 Pointless: 31:08 Candle of the Month: 45:29 Top 5 Worst News Years Resolutions: 50:35 Contact the Show Catherine De Noire Instagram Catherine De Noire Instagram - Backup Account Catherine De Noire YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Christmas Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 30:28


    It's our annual Christmas Special. We talk 2023 vs. 2024, if Santa is bigger than Jesus, getting awkward gifts and the Top 5 Christmas Characters of All Time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Christmas Historian Dr. Michael Foley

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 64:05


    Christmas hasn't always been Christmas. Over the centuries Christmas has gone from a nearly month long celebration to almost being wiped out. Christmas Historian Dr. Michael Foley joins to talk how Christmas has changed over the years, the introduction of Santa and the Christmas Tree and why there's so many ghost stories centered around Christmas. Then, we countdown a special Christmas Themed Top 5. Dr. Michael Foley: 01:17 Pointless:27:59 Top 5 Worst Things About Christmas: 45:15 Contact the Show Dr. Michael Foley's Book: Why We Kiss Under the Mistletoe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sex Therapist Sarah Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 77:17


    Sex can be complicated. And in a relationship and it get's even more complicated. Certified Sex Therapist Sarah Watson helps people make it simple. We talk the basics of Sex Therapy, why couples lose their passion for each other and who's really to blame for a bad sex life, men or women. Then, it's Stockings and Santa Hats vs, Christmas Villages and Wreaths as we countdown the Top 5 Christmas Decorations. Sarah Watson: 01:32 Pointless: 40:54 Top 5 Christmas Decorations: 1:01:35 Contact the Show Sarah Watson Instagram Sarah Watson Website Sarah Watson Sex Education Website Sarah Watson Podcast: FLOW, straight talk about extreme periods Show Notes and Timestamps 00:00: Intro 01:33: What is Sex Therapy, Sex Therapy Explained 03:55: Why People Go to Sex Therapy 09:51: When to Go to Sex Therapy 13:22: Does Sex Therapy Work 15:36: Are Men or Women the Problem when it Comes to Sex 20:18: Why People Fail at Sex Therapy 22:41: The Importance of Conversation in Sex Therapy 25:36: Sex as a Power Struggle 27:35: How Popular is Sex Therapy 30:00: How Different Generations Approach Sex 33:04: Sex Therapist's Best Piece of Advice 35:57: When Someone Doesn't Have a Sex Drive 37:05: What to do with Mismatched Libidos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Kink Video Creator Miss Whitney Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 65:28


    Giantess, Fembot, Wedgies, Bimboification. Whatever your fantasy is, Custom Video Creator Miss Whitney Morgan will fulfill it. We talk the wide world of kink, buying 54 pies and her most interesting requests. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and it's White Christmas vs. Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer as we countdown the Top 5 Christmas Songs of All Time. Miss Whitney Morgan: 01:28 Pointless: 30:33 Candle of the Month: 45:32 Top 5 Christmas Songs: 52:18 Contact the Show Miss Whitney Morgan Website Miss Whitney Morgan Clips Miss Whitney Morgan Social Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Thanksgiving Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 33:56


    It's our annual Thanksgiving Specials and we're talking arguing with your family, the best time for Thanksgiving Dinner and when to put up Christmas Lights. Then, it's R.E.S.P.E.C.T and YMCA vs. SOS and S.A.T.U.R.D.A.Y as we countdown the Top 5 Songs with Spelling In Them Thanks so much for supporting the show. Hope you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Top 5 Spelled Out Song Lyrics: 18:16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sneezing Models Nat and Jasmin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 53:17


    For some it's a harmless sneeze. For people with a Sneeze Fetish, it's a massive sexual turn-on. Models Nat and Jasmin create custom content for people who are attracted to sneezing. We talk why people are attracted to sneezing, the different types of sneezes and blowing your nose in public. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Musicians Everyone Likes. Nat and Jasmin: 01:15 Pointless: 22:32 Top 5 Musicians: 39:30 Contact the Show Nat OnlyFans Nat Many Vids Nat Twitter Jasmine Instagram Jasmine TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ice Climbing Champion Catalina Shirley

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 61:32


    It's freezing cold, she's got knives on her hands and feet and she's high in the air climbing a slick piece of ice you really don't want to fall off of. Still, Competitive Ice Climber and 3x National Champion Catalina Shirley couldn't be happier. We talk competitive Ice Climbing, the dangers of falling and golf gloves at the Olympics. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Holiday Movies. Catalina Shirley: 01:19 Pointless: 23:04 Top 5 Holiday Movies: 41:48 Contact the Show Catalina Shirley Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Professional Ghost Investigator Ross Allison

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 66:26


    For more than 30 years Paranormal Investigator Ross Allison has traveled the world investigating ghost stories. He's conducted more than 1,000 ghost investigations and now he's here to tell his story. We talk the science behind ghost investigations, the scariest places he's ever been and looking for ghosts naked. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Kinds of Cheese. Ross Allison: 01:14 Pointless: 31:39 Candle of the Month: 49:58 Top 5 Kinds of Cheese: 53:01 Contact the Show Advanced Ghost Hunters Parasense Documentary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Paranormal Historian Troy Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 63:29


    From seances in the White House to curses that have haunted families for generations, Troy Taylor studies the paranormal history of the United States. We talk America's most haunted places, famous ghost stories and how the paranormal has shaped our society. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Most Underrated Halloween Candies. Troy Taylor: 01:20 Pointless: 31:50 Top 5 Most Underrated Candies: 49:32 Contact the Show Troy Taylor - American Hauntings Website American Hauntings Books Troy Taylor Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Haunted House Designer John Denley

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 49:40


    Haunted House Designer John Denley knows what scares you. For more than 30 years he's been designing and building Haunted Houses for Theme Parks, Casinos and major attractions all over the world. We talk the secret to a great Haunted House, the best Haunted Houses in the world and what scares people more than anything else. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Noodles Dishes. John Denley: 01:24 Pointless: 21:02 Top 5 Noodle Dishes: 35:09 Contact the Show John Denley Website (Boneyard Productions) John Denley Facebook (Boneyard Productions Facebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fear and Anxiety Researcher Dr. Kerry Ressler

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 66:51


    Fear is one of our most powerful emotions. But where does it really come from and how can we overcome it. Dr. Kerry Ressler has spent more than 20 years studying fear, phobias and anxiety. We talk what fear does to our bodies and brains, the best ways to overcome fear and anxiety and why our lives may now be ruled by fear. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Sports Nicknames of All Time. Dr. Kerry Ressler: 01:13 Pointless: 32: 44 Top 5 Sports Nicknames: 52:46 Contact the Show Dr. Kerry Ressler Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Astrobiologist Dr. Graham Lau

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 55:19


    Are we alone in the Universe? That's the question Astrobiologist Dr. Graham Lau is trying to answer. We talk the search for alien life, the planets with the most potential and why we might be early to the party. Then, it's “Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. The Ultimate Warrior as we countdown the Top 5 Wrestling Names of All Time. Dr. Graham Lau: 01:14 Pointless: 23:49 Top 5 Wrestling Names: 41:03 Contact the Show Dr. Graham Lau Instagram Ask an Astrobiologist Website Ask an Astrobiologist YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    UFO Tracker Christian Stepien

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 65:54


    Over the last two decades Christian Stepien of the UFO Reporting Center has tracked and documented nearly 200,000 UFO sightings worldwide. We talk the pattern behind UFO sightings, government coverups and the most unusual UFO sightings. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Least Rewatchable Movies. Christian Stepien: 01:20 Pointless: 26:06 Candle of the Month: 41:53 Top 5 Least Rewatchable Movies: 50:09 Contact the Show UFO Reporting Center Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hobbyhorse World Champion Rosie Mulari

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 66:08


    Rosie Mulari is the Queen of Hobbyhorsing. She's won over 300 competitions and is one of the sport's most popular athletes. We talk the ins and outs of riding a Hobbyhorse, the craft behind making a Hobbyhorse and why the sport is skyrocketing in popularity. Then, it's Postcards vs. Magnets as we countdown the Top 5 Worst Travel Souvenirs. Rosie Mulari: 01:24 Pointless: 22:03 Top 5 Worst Souvenirs: 44:50 Contact the Show Rosie Mulari Instagram Rosie Mulari Hobbyhorse Camp Registration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hand and Feet Model Joelle Graham

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 43:54


    From Movies and Television Shows, to High-End Advertisements and Hello Kitty Videos, chances are you've seen her hands and feet. Now, meet the woman behind them. Hand and Feet Model Joelle Graham joins us for a behind the scenes look at Parts Modeling. We talk what it takes to be a hand model, the secret to her money-making feet and the oddness of wearing gloves while driving. Then, it's Kindergarten vs. Senior Year as we countdown the Top 5 Grades. Joelle Graham: 01:17 Pointless: 15:58 Top 5 Grades: 30:14 Contact the Show Joelle Graham Instagram Closeup Modeling Agency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sports Betting Expert Dr. John Holden

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 58:33


    Over the last decade Sports Betting has grown from an illegal activity run by bookies and organized crime to a $100 billion dollar industry run by powerful Casinos and Political Lobbyists. Sports Betting Expert and Gambling Researcher Dr. John Holden has studied that change. We talk the influence of Sports Betting on Sports and Society, how the Gambling Industry gamed the system and the scandal that could bring it all down. Then, it's Chili vs. Apple Pie as we countdown the Top 5 Fall Foods. Dr. John Holden: 01:22 Pointless: 27:46 Top 5 Fall Foods: 43:44 Contact the Show Dr. John Holden Twitter/X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Football Researcher Dr. Brendan Dwyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 62:19


    The new NFL season is here and that means the return of Fantasy Football. But Fantasy Sports aren't just a fantasy, they're a massive industry that has changed the way we watch and consume sports. Fantasy Sports and Sports Betting Researcher Dr. Brendan Dwyer joins us as we talk the impact of Fantasy Football, the dehumanization of athletes and the lure of Fantasy Bass Fishing. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and it's Darts vs. Pool as we countdown the Top 5 Bar Games. Dr. Brendan Dwyer: 01:28 Pointless: 21:59 Candle of the Month: 36:24 Top 5 Bar Games: 44:24 Contact the Show Dr. Brendan Dwyer Website Dr. Brendan Dwyer Google Scholar Page Dr. Brendan Dwyer Twitter (X) Center for Sports Leadership Instagram Center for Sports Leadership Twitter (X) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skiptrace Investigator Jon Dalman

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 65:39


    Skiptrace Investigator Jon Dalman specialized in finding people who don't want to be found. We talk skiptracing, what being a Bounty Hunter is really like and the hardest type of people to find. Then, from Halle Berry and Jon Hamm to Jerry Rice and Fiona Apple, we countdown the Top 5 Celebrities with Food Names. Jon Dalman: 01:23 Pointless: 34:06 Top 5 Celebrity Food Names: 46:31 Profoundly Pointless Patreon Page Contact the Show Jon Dalman Instagram Fenrir Group Wanted Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Divorce and Infidelity Private Investigator Lisa Olson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 61:23


    Do you think your significant other might be cheating on you, Private Investigator Lisa Olson of Pink Lady Solutions is the one to call. We talk catching cheating spouses, how to tell if you're being watched and her most interesting cases. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Celebrities Named After Birds. Lisa Olson: 01:15 Pointless: 28:24 Top 5 Celebrity Bird Names: 47:39 Contact the Show Pink Lady Solutions Website Pink Lady Solutions TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Swinger Lifestyle Advocates Dan and Lacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 72:59


    For some being a Swinger is taboo, but for Dan and Lacy it's a way to explore their sexuality, come closer to together and show the world who they really are. We talk becoming a Swinger, why you probably know a secret Swinger and getting into the best Swinger clubs. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Forgotten Celebrities. Dan and Lacy: 01:23 Pointless: 37:16 Top 5 Forgotten Celebrities: 52:41 Contact the Show Swing Nation Podcast and Website Swing Nation YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fine Art Detective Richard Ellis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 70:14


    Fine Art Detective Richard Ellis has spent the last 50 years finding stolen works of art all over the world. We talk the biggest cases of art theft, the smartest criminals and the one case he's still trying to solve. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Kinds of Doors. Richard Ellis: 01: 24 Pointless: 34:29 Candle of the Month: 53:02 Top 5 Doors: 55:59 Contact the Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Olympic Race Walker Robyn Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 41:59


    Olympian Robyn Stevens is one of the fastest walkers in the world. The two-time Race Walking Olympian can walk at more than 10 miles an hour. We talk how to Race Walk, swiveling your hips and being a Professional Walker. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Villains We Wish Had Won. Robyn Stevens: 01:18 Pointless: 16:24 Top 5 Villains: 27:20 Contact the Show Robyn Stevens Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Rhythmic Gymnastics with Gymnast Serena Lu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 65:05


    Rhythmic Gymnastics may look easy to some but in reality it's an incredibly difficult Olympic sport. One that requires athletes to train more than 60 hours a week. We talk the four events of Rhythmic Gymnastics, training 10 hours a day and the rivalry between Rhythmic Gymnasts and Artistic Gymnasts. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Summer Olympic Sports. Serena Lu: 01:15 Pointless: 27:08 Top 5 Olympic Sports: 45:11 Contact the Show Serena Lu Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Modern Pentathlon with Pentathlete Olivia Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 62:07


    Lasers, Swords, Horses, Swimming and Running. The Modern Pentathlon is one of the most unique Olympic Sports. Pentathlete Olivia Greens joins us as we talk the unique history of the Modern Pentathlon, training for five very different events and new changes to one of the oldest sports. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Movie Montages of All Time. Olivia Green: 01:22 Pointless: 24:26 Top 5 Movie Montages: 46:13 Contact the Show Olivia Green Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Olympic Decathlete Heath Baldwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 49:15


    Olympic Decathlete Heath Baldwin is on a mission to prove he's the best athlete in the world. The Michigan State Track and Field Star just won the Olympic Trials and now he's getting ready for the Paris 2024 Olympics. We talk training for the Decathlon, what makes the Decathlon so difficult and why he brings nearly a dozen pairs of shoes to the track. Then, in honor of our six year anniversary, we countdown the Top 5 Meats of All Time. Heath Baldwin: 01:17 Pointless: 24:27 Top 5 Meats: 35:44 Contact the Show Heath Baldwin Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fireworks Show Designer Phil Grucci

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 51:41


    From July 4th Celebrations to World Record shows with nearly a million fireworks, Fireworks Designer Phil Grucci is the creative force behind some of the world's biggest fireworks shows. We talk the intricate details behind fireworks shows, lining up three miles of drones and the world's best fireworks shows. Then, we countdown the Top 5 American Things Phil Grucci: 01:18 Pointless:17:20 Candle of the Month: 33:20 Top 5 American Things: 40:37 Contact the Show Fireworks by Grucci Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Artistic Swimming (Synchronized Swimming) Olympian Kenzie Priddell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 61:43


    If you want to win gold in Artistic Swimming at the Paris 2024 Olympics, everything has to be perfect. That's why Artistic Swimmer Kenzie Priddell and the rest of Team Canada will rehearse their routines hundreds of times before the games start. Making sure that from head to toe, everyone is perfectly in sync. We talk the unseen difficulty of Artistic Swimming (formerly known as Synchronized Swimming), passing out underwater and Paris 2024. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Most Annoying Public Behaviors. Olympian Kenzie Priddell: 01:19 Pointless: 28:12 Top 5: Contact the Show Kenzie Priddell Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pillow Fighting World Champions Terrell (TJ) Jenkins and Julia Dorny

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 50:36


    They're two of the best Pillow Fighters in the world. But is Pillow Fighting a real sport or a gimmick. Pillow Fighting World Champions Terrell Jenkins and Julia Dorny talk life as a Professional Pillow Fighter, the embarrassment of getting knocked out with a pillow and if Pillow Fighting has what it takes to be the next big combat sport. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Pieces of Playground Equipment. Terrell Jenkins and Julia Dorny: 01:12 Pointless: 17:40 Top 5 Pieces of Playground Equipment: 35:34 Contact the Show Terrell Jenkins Instagram Julia Dorny Instagram Julia Dorny Website Women Hit Harder Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Laughter Researcher Dr. Sophie Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 67:15


    Why do we laugh? That's the question Neuroscientist Dr. Sophie Scott has spent years trying to answer. She says our laughter has less to do with humor and more to do with communication. We talk the origin of laughter, the meaning behind different kinds of laughter and why laughter really might be the best medicine. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Types of Donuts. Dr. Sophie Scott: 01:16 Pointless: 39:32 Top 5 Donuts: 54:44 Contact the Show Dr. Sophie Scott Twitter/X Dr. Sophie Scott's Book on the Brain Dr. Sophie Scott's Book on the Brain (U.K. Version) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tattoo Artist Steve Butcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 64:05


    His tattoos are so realistic, it's hard to believe they're real. World-renowned tattoo artist Steve Butcher joins us to talk the secret to a great tattoo, the best and worst tattoo trends and celebrity tattoos. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Most Embarrassing Things to Buy. Steve Butcher: 01:09 Pointless: 33:04 Candle of the Month: 45:03 Top 5: 47:20 Contact the Show Steve Butcher Tattoos Steve Butcher Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hypergamy Dating Coach Talitha Troupe (aka Lii Campbell)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 61:43


    Do you want to marry a rich man? Hypergamy Dating Coach Talitha Troupe (aka Lii Campbell) teaches women how to find a man with money. We talk the best places to find a rich man, the key to living your soft life and why Hypergamy is really about love. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Emojis. Talitha Troupe (aka Lii Campbell): 01:30 Pointless: 29:54 Top 5: 51:04 Contact the Show Talitha Troupe/Lii Campbell - Sweet2Elite - Instagram How to Meet a Rich Man Sweet2Elite Masterclass Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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