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There have been five Mass Extinctions in Earth’s history and right now, we might be in the middle of a sixth. Paleontologist Dr. Michael Benton studies Mass Extinction events. We talk the history of mass extinctions, what causes mass extinction and if humans will survive the next one. Then, we countdown a special “touchy” Top 5. Dr. Michael Benton:…
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For the last eight years “Dace” (aka The Modern Working Girl) has been legally working as a prostitute at the Mustang Ranch in Nevada. We talk becoming a legal prostitute, saving marriages, moms bringing in their sons and life on the Ranch. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Racks. No, not those racks, the other racks. “Dace”: 01:14 Pointless: 27:15 Top …
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It’s not illegal but counting cards in Las Vegas can be a dangerous business. Professional Card Counter WitChozy has been banned from dozens of casinos. We talk the secret to counting cards, why casinos hate card counters like him and parking lot encounters. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Best Birthday years. WitChozy: 01:16 Pointless: 35:52 Top 5: 4…
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What really happens inside a Las Vegas Gentlemen’s club. “Daisy” has spent years working at some of Las Vegas most popular clubs. Go behind the pole and into the VIP sections as we talk making thousands in one night, unusual requests and life outside the club. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Practical Superpowers. …
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Chain Whips, Fire Whips, Bull Whips, making up new lyrics to popular songs while whipping, Jack Lepiarz - aka Jacquez Ze Whipper - can do anything with a whip. We talk growing up in the circus, the rising popularity of Renaissance Faires and musical whipping. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Flavors of Doritos. Jack the Whipper: 01:23 Pointless: 36:18 …
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Gambler Richard Marcus is by far the greatest casino cheat of all time. For more than 25 years he cheated casinos all over the world for millions of dollars every year. We talk cheating in casinos, the life of a Professional Casino Cheat and the one move casinos never figured out. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Best Excuses. Richard Marcus: 01:16 Poi…
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Sleight of hand scams, Edge Working, hacking into slot machines, world-traveling teams of Professional Casino Cheats. George Joseph has spent the last 50 years catching people cheating in casinos. We talk the best and worst casino cheats, 100 million dollar scams and the main reason cheaters get caught. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Messiest Foods t…
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We’ve all experienced that feeling in our gut. But when should you trust your intuition and when should you ignore it? Intuition Researcher and Cognitive Neuroscientist Dr. Joel Pearson studies how intuition works. We talk trusting your intuition, decoding the information hidden in our subconscious and why we should smile more. Then, we unveil a ne…
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From record-setting trips across Antarctica to crossing the North Pole in middle of Arctic night, legendary Polar Explorer Borge Ousland has been exploring the coldest, most remote regions on Earth for more than 30 years. We talk Polar Exploration, dangers on the ice and the last great polar expedition. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Juices. Borge Ou…
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From the heights of the Himalayas to the remote peaks of Antarctica, Extreme Mountaineer Anja Blacha has climbed some of the most dangerous and demanding mountains on Earth. We talk extreme mountaineering, climbing the seven summits and finding motivation in everyday life. Then, from Christmas lights and neon signs, to lanterns and flashlights, we …
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From winning X Games three times, to exploring the wildest parts of the Canadian backcountry to pulling off the world’s first snowbike base jump, Cody Matechuck has explored the limits of Snowbiking. We talk Snowbiking, the freedom of the backcountry and never getting comfortable. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Foods that Start with A. Cody Matechuk:…
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Sex robots, virtual words and remote pleasure on demand. Futurist Ross Dawson says this is where our sexual future is headed. We talk the future of sex, the dreams and dangers that lie ahead and falling in love with robots. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Popular Things We Have No Interest in. Futurist Ross Dawson: 01:14 Pointless: 31:21 Top 5: 53:55 …
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From frozen alpine lakes high in the mountains to icy rivers in the heart of Alaska, Luc Mehl has spent years chasing Wild Ice. We talk the increasing popularity and danger of Wild Ice Skating, the best ice rescue techniques and skating on thin ice. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Pops/Sodas. Get EveryPlate for just $1.49 a meal plus $1 stake for life…
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We've got Animals, Candles and Hope so let's bring in a New Year. We talk failed New Year's Resolutions, reveal our pick for Candle of the Year and countdown the Top 5 Animals Mascots. Thank you so much for all your support in 2023. Hope you had a good 2023 and have an amazing 2024. Pointless: 00:00 Candle of the Year: 12:41 Top 5 Animal Mascots: 1…
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It’s been touted as a way to boost your metabolism, reduce inflammation and improve your immune system. But does Cold Therapy really work? Dr. Francois Haman has been researching cold for more than 25 years. We talk the effects of cold on the human body, the positives and negatives of cold therapy and cryogenic freezing. Then, we countdown the Top …
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Her legs are shaking, her stomach is nauseous, and a 150 foot cliff is to her right, but Freeskiing World Champion Jess Hotter couldn’t be happier. We talk Freeskiing, overcoming your fears and hucking your meat. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Mall Stores of All Time. Jess Hotter: 01:16 Pointless: 34:06 Top 5 Mall Stores: 46:25 Contact the Show Jess …
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Our glaciers aren’t just melting, they’re changing the planet. Affecting gravity, sea levels and the shape of continents. Glaciologist Dr. Timothy Barthalomous studies how glaciers move. We talk glaciers, climate change and what’s happening to North Carolina. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Christmas Decorations. D…
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From intricate flowers with detailed petals to giant dragons carved from 300 pound blocks of ice, renowned Ice Sculptor Shintaro Okamoto turns ice into art. We talk Ice Sculpting, chainsaws and the joy and pain of watching his art melt away. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Winter Animals. Shintaro Okamoto: 01:24 Pointless: 35:17 Top 5 Winter Animals: …
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Nothing goes together better than Thanksgiving and Latex. Latex Model Kitty Malone joins us. We talk latex, being kinky and her most interesting requests. Then, we debate the best time for Thanksgiving Dinner and countdown the Top 5 Thanksgiving sides. Happy Thanksgiving everyone and thank you so much for all your support. Latex Kitty Malone: 01:02…
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In the world of Financial Domination you have to pay to serve. And for Dominatrix Ruby Enraylls people are willing to pay big. Go inside the world of Financial Domination as we talk fin dom experiences, humiliation and money management. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Car Sounds. Ruby Enraylls: 01:20 Pointless: 31:25 Top 5: 51:40 Contact the Sho…
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You’ll have to read between the lines to understand what this episode is all about. As a Luxury Travel Companion, Madison Montgomery offers more than just companionship. Take a peak inside the world of high class escorts as we talk celebrity NDAs, making thousands of dollars a night and the cost of breaking into the business. Then, we countdown the…
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Sugar Dating is when an older, wealthy man provides for a young, beautiful woman in exchange for companionship and physical intimacy. But what is Sugar Dating really like? McKenna King has been Sugar Dating for nearly a decade. We talk Sugar Babies and Sugar Daddies, allowances and agreements, and why more people are turning to Sugar Dating. Then, …
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Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies, Manananggals, Monster Scholar Dr. Emily Zarka studies them all. We talk monster origins, how monster stories have influenced society and which monsters might be real. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Halloween Candies to Get. Dr. Emily Zarka: 01:14 Pointless: 23:30 Top 5 Worst Candies: 38:26 Contact the Show Dr. Emi…
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Allow me to introduce you to I Am The Cute One a nostalgia podcast that covers all of our favorite movies from our childhood. From The Devil Wears Prada to Jennifer's Body, listen as hosts Donny and Chelsea relive their formative years and recap some of the CUTEST movies that made their Millennial minds ~*eXpLoDe*~!! Listen on Spotify and Apple Pod…
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Bishop Bryan D. Ouellette says he’s performed hundreds of exorcisms. Now, he’s here to tell his story. We talk what really happens during an exorcism, the stages of demonic possession and if demons are actually real. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Celebrities with Animal Names. Bryan D. Ouellette: 01:08 Pointless: 31:36 Top 5: 51:14 Contact the Show …
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Witchcraft, Divination, Alchemy, Satanism, occult practices take many forms and historian Dr. Brian Regal studies them all. We talk the history of the occult, how occult practices have influenced different aspects of society and the real difference between the occult and religion. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Fictional Witches. Brian Regal: 01:28 P…
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What does your handwriting say about you? Graphologist Emma Bache studies people’s handwriting to reveal their real personality. We talk graphology, the red flags hidden in handwriting and reading between the lines. Then, it’s Taylor Swift against a host of other Taylors as we countdown the Top 5 Taylors of All Time. Emma Bache: Pointless: 34:24 Ca…
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Space Weather lights up the night sky but it could also throw us into darkness. That’s why Heliophysicist Dr. Erika Palmerio studies the sun. She’s trying to find a way to predict the next big solar event. We talk Solar Flares, Coronal Mass Ejections and Radiation Storms. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Things About Fall. Dr. Erika Palmerio: 01:24 Poi…
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From the Fast and the Furious and Bad Boys to Inception and Captain America, Helicopter Stunt Pilot Fred North has spent his life flying sideways. We talk becoming an aerial stunt pilot, how movie stunts are really made and his most extreme stunt yet. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Child Stars. Fred North: 01:20 Pointless: 37:53 Top 5 Child Stars: 01…
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Whether they're symbols of hope, sexual liberation, urban decay or violence, Dr. Gabriele Cruz says superheroes play a larger than life role in our lives. We talk the hidden meanings behind your favorite superheroes, what Batman really stands for and the most controversial/influential superheroes of all time. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Best Food …
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Treasure Hunter Brent Brisbane has found millions of dollars worth of buried treasure, now he’s on the hunt for more. We talk treasure hunting, finding sunken shipwrecks and the secret to finding buried treasure. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Snacks. Brent Brisbane: 01:23 Pointless: 39:41 Candle of the Month: 57:00 Top 5: 01:04:42 Contact the Show B…
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Moshe Haimoff is known as the Watch King of New York City. He travels the world buying and selling luxury watches worth millions of dollars. We talk watch wholesaling, how to spot a counterfeit watch and why watches are soaring in value. Then, we countdown a special “wet” Top 5. Moshe Haimoff: 01:11 Pointless: 27:47 Top 5: 40:13 Contact the Show Mo…
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Custom Sneaker Designer Dillon DeJesus turns ordinary shoes into works of art. We talk sneaker art, creating custom sneakers that sell for thousands and the greatest shoes of all time. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Places to Wait in Line. Dillon DeJesus: 01:21 Pointless: 44:08 Top 5 Worst Lines: 01:12:32 Contact the Show Dillon DeJesus YouTube…
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Linnea Snyderman is taking modeling in a new direction. One that creates unique images that are both timeless and ethereal. We talk underwater modeling, forging your own path and the challenges of underwater photography. Then, we countdown the Top 5 TV Show Themes. Get 50% of with HelloFresh. Code: 50pointless Linnea Snyderman: 01:25 Pointless and …
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Does size really matter? Height Researcher Dr. Louise Barrett studies how your height can impact everything from your career and health, to your romantic success and self-confidence. We talk the perfect height for women, why men obsess over height and why we used to be taller. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Best School Supplies. Dr. Louise Barrett: 0…
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It’s intimate. It’s erotic. It’s sexual. But that’s not really what Boudoir Photography is all about. Boudoir Photographer Joanna Tiger says it’s really about empowerment - being confidant with who you are and how you look. We talk Boudoir Photography, building a nationwide business and why more and more women and men are turning to intimate photog…
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Lauren Sarasua is 90 feet below the surface. She’s been holding her breath for nearly two minutes and is struggling with a 100 plus pound fish. This is Spearfishing. We talk spearfishing basics, pretending to be a fish and the joy of eating what you catch. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Things You See in the Sky. Lauren Sarasua: 01:11 Pointless: 29:0…
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They’re secretive and they’re selective but Rush Consultant Lorie Stefanelli specializes in helping young women get into the sorority of their dreams. We talk rush does and don’ts, why sororities are popular again and the secrets hidden behind closed doors. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Bad Sayings. Lorie Stefanelli: 01:40 Pointless: 40:26 Top 5 Bad…
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Jennifer Thompson is now one of the strongest people in the world. But before she started Powerlifting, she had no idea she was even strong. We talk the rising popularity of Powerlifting, the secret to her World Record Bench Press and outlifting the guys at the gym. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Green Flags. Jennifer Thompson:01:22 Pointless: 52:12 …
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Fireworks, Candles, and a Special Top 5. It’s out first annual Summer Spectacular! Pyrotechnician Steven Yoss and Fireworks Show Designer Phil Grucci join us to talk how fireworks are made, setting off one million fireworks at once and the best fireworks shows. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Off Brand Products. Py…
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Artificial Intelligence (A.I) is building the future. But will it be a paradise or our doom. Computer Scientist Dr. Roman Yampolskiy studies safety issues related to artificial intelligence. We talk ChatGPT, the next wave of A.I. technology, and the biggest A.I. threats. Then, we take a look at “society” for a special Top 5. Dr. Roman Yampolskiy: 0…
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Jackie Dubrovich is one of the best Fencers in the world. And after just missing out on a medal at the 2020 Olympics, she has her sword fixed on 2024. We talk Fencing, the Olympics and movie sword fights. Then, from parking garages to concerts, we countdown the Top 5 Hardest Placed to Park. Jackie Dubrovich: 01:27 Pointless: 34:12 Top 5 Hardest Pla…
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From Movies and TV Shows to Video Games and Commercials, you’ve probably heard his voice hundreds of times. But as a Voice Actor, Brent Allen Hagel does something very few other voice actors can do. We talk becoming a voice actor, the psychology of promos and Toast. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Animated TV Shows. Brent Allen Hagel: 01:45 Pointless:…
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Ladders, wheelbarrows, dinner tables. Professional Chinbalancer Kevin Shiflett can do it all. It’s part of a unique talent he didn’t know he had and no one else seems to have. We talk balance, performing nationwide and chins. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Rooms in House/Apartment. Special offer from Hello Fresh. Go to Hellofresh.com/pointless16 and …
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For Lolo Fennec being a Furry is a way to show the world their true-self. We talk Furries, Fursonas, the ins and outs of the Furry lifestyle and how to make a Fursuit. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Steves. Lolo Fennec: 01:11 Pointless: 40:51 Top 5 Steves: 53:30 Contact the Show Fleeting Fennec Twitter Fleeting Fennec Facebook Fleeting Fennec Instagr…
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They don’t have a face. They don’t have a name. There’s just a skull, a crime and someone missing. Forensic Sculptors help find missing people by recreating faces from skeletal remains. We talk forensic sculpting, famous cases, true crime and working at the FBI. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Kinds of Meat. Forensic Sculptor Lisa Bailey: 01:25 Pointl…
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Her hand, paddles, ceiling fans, boat oars. You name it and Professional Disciplinarian Miss Kelley May has spanked or been spanked with it. We sit down with the Headmistresses of Spanking University to talk spanking, discipline and accepting who you are. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Regional Restaurants. Miss Kelley May: 01:15 Pointless: 49:33 Top…
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Explorer Alan Jamieson has gone on nearly 70 expeditions to the deepest parts of the ocean, what he’s found there is incredible. We talk deep sea exploration, life at the bottom of the ocean and how we’re changing the deep ocean. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Bobs of All Time. Alan Jamieson: 01:45 Pointless: 52:03 Top 5: 01:05:19 Contact the Show Th…
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Speedrunning video games isn’t just about beating the game as fast as you can. It’s about community. And with nearly 2.5 million followers on YouTube alone, Speedrunner EazySpeezy is one of the most popular video game Speedrunners. We talk Speedrunning video games, making a living online and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Then, we unvei…
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As an artist, Dr. Laci Brock mixes art with science. Using her PhD in Planetary Astrophysics to create realistic paintings showcasing what galaxies, planets and other celestial bodies really look like. We talk space art, exoplanets and finding her inspiration. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Space Movies. Dr. Laci Brock: 02:05 Pointless: 34:10 Top 5: …
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