Why don’t more bars serve beer in pitchers? How do you pick a song for karaoke? What does the word “home” mean to you?
Those questions range from silly to serious, but if you’ve ever pondered the answers to all three in a single day, you’re not alone. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, crack a 40, or anything in between, and join the gang here at It’s Pretty OK as we attempt to answer these questions and many more. We promise it won’t be boring.
Hosted by Pierce Bishop, Max Handler, Kevin Linger and Sean McGoey, and (very loosely) produced/edited/mixed by Sean McGoey. Logo design by Jack Costello.
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This week, the gang talks about why beach vacations are way better than the beach itself. Plus, as always, Pierce apologizes for something. MUSIC: "Silver" - Waxahatchee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jared and Kevin join the pod this week to talk to Pierce and Sean about the concept of "infinity foods." What is an infinity food? What makes a good one? Once they've got the concept, the guys have a draft. MUSIC: "Everyday" - A$AP Rocky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Holy crap. Veritable NBA superstar Kyrie Irving has requested that the Cavaliers trade him. This is wild, so Sean and Pierce jumped on the phone to talk about the places he reportedly wants to go and the structural factors that make the NBA the easiest league for superstar players to exert power over their situation. MUSIC: "Evil" - Interpol. ADDITIONAL MATERIAL: Anthony Davis's #DriveByDunkChallenge (via The Ringer) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
This week, the gang (plus Kevin!) is sitting around the table talking about meat - namely, about reducing your meat intake. What does it do for your health? What about the environment? Would we try going vegetarian? Plus, as always, Pierce apologizes.MUSIC: "25 Bucks" - Danny Brown feat. Purity Ring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you're vaguely internet-savvy (like Max, who's back!), you've probably been flooded with '90s nostalgia lately. From "Which Friends Friend Are You?" personality quiz to '90s-themed dance parties, it's everywhere. This week, that has the gang pondering what decade defines a person. As always, Pierce apologizes, and he and Sean celebrate the new album from HAIM.MUSIC: "745" - Vince Staples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
This week, Pierce and Sean are talking about podcasts. Namely, about how Pierce could stand to be more adventurous in his selection.MUSIC: "No EQ" - Into It. Over It. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Max isn't here, but Sean and Pierce are, and they're doing that thing they do where they pose a random sports-related question and talk about it far too long. This time: If you had to adopt a new NBA team (but you had to move to the city too), where would you go? And as always, Pierce apologizes, and Sean provides an update on his Game of Thrones watching.MUSIC: "Glitter" - Charly Bliss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The announcement that Amazon is buying Whole Foods for over $13 billion (!!!) is some of the biggest news of the week, so the gang is talking about the ultimate goal for the online-retail giant. As always, Pierce apologizes for something. And Sean has FINALLY started watching Game of Thrones, so he's got an update on that.MUSIC: "Home Studio (Back Up In This Bitch)" - Chance the Rapper (feat. the Social Experiment) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Back in the day, you liked the team that was on TV in your area, and that was that. Now, with the aid of the internet, it's never been easier to follow any team, anywhere. This week, the guys are talking about the decline of regional fandom—as well as some places where it's still as strong as ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Game of Thrones. It's one of the most popular shows on television, it's arguably the last "cultural moment" that binds us all together...and Sean has never seen it. Now, he's considering finally diving in, but first, he has some questions for Max and Pierce.MUSIC: "Minnesota, WI" - Bon Iver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Max is on vacation, so Sean and Pierce spent some time talking about websites that aggregate information rather than producing original content. Who benefits from news aggregation? Plus an apology from Pierce and a bonus second topic!MUSIC: "Bob Dylan's Grandma" - Diarrhea PlanetADDITIONAL MATERIAL:Support your local basketball creatives (Google Docs)The Story Behind The Perfect Photo Of Sports' First Streaker (Deadspin)Pete Wells Is Wrong About What A Critic's Role Should Be (Slate) Hosted on A...
This week, an essay by Drew Magary prompts the gang into a discussion of "chef worship." What happens when food becomes more than just food - when it becomes art? And is it a good thing for the eaters of food? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sean was in the area last weekend, so what better way to celebrate than by getting Kevin into the room as well for a thought-provoking discussion about interplanetary exploration? Human colonization of Mars sparks a chat about the value of exploration, the depths of the sea, and reality television.MUSIC: "Namesake" - Tunde Olaniran Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Three-quarters of all American households have air conditioning, but plenty of people (including much of Europe) don't share that enthusiasm. That's what the gang is talking about this week. Also, Pierce apologizes for not reading, and a PSA regarding Lonzo Ball's basketball shoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's a special week at It's Pretty OK. Pierce was on the road, so he checked in with friend of the pod Eric to discuss "beer tourism." MUSIC: "Remain" - Jay Som ADDITIONAL MATERIAL: Eric's intro to bottle shares (It's Pretty OK) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A few months back, the gang talked about the ways we listen to music. This time, Sean and Pierce are talking about something slightly different: how we actually discover the new music we listen to. They talk about radio stations and shared Dropboxes before noting some 2017 music that's got them excited. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the guys are talking about the news. What's the difference between "slow news" and "fast news?" What makes something "clickbait?" And Pierce apologizes for his pronunciation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Pierce wants to talk to Sean and Max about playing instruments. How long have they played? What is a good instrument to play in an apartment? Is the harmonica ever cool? Pierce apologizes as always, and Sean and Pierce celebrate Magnum the Verb Lord, Vince Staples, and Shea Serrano. MUSIC: "Freaks and Geeks" - Childish Gambino ADDITIONAL MATERIAL: Axis of Awesome - 4 Chords Crossroads - guitar battle scene A Very Bad Dunk Contest Real NBA Tough Guys vs. Fake NBA Tough Guys It Might Ge...
Max's search for a car, namely a Mini, has the guys talking about car culture. What does it mean to be a "car guy?" Are "car guys" a dying breed? What cars will we be celebrating 50 years from now? MUSIC: "Good Ass Intro" - Chance the Rapper ADDITIONAL MATERIAL: The Woodward Dream Cruise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the gang is talking about bachelor parties, but as usual, it turns into slightly more than that. Additionally, Pierce apologizes, and Sean plugs a fantastic food show. MUSIC: "Tear It Down" - Spoon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cubicles? Offices? Hoteling? This week, the guys (who are on the road in New Orleans) are talking about workspaces. What does your desk—or lack thereof—say about your company's culture, your work style, or even your aspirations? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, one of the nation's premier drinking holidays is happening. In honor of St. Patrick's Day, the gang is talking about one of the many ways that someone can choose to get inebriated while wearing green: bar crawls. Music: "Legend" - Drake Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the topic is video games. How did they factor into the guys' lives when they were younger? Do they still play? What's different about playing video games as an adult? Music: "I Broke Up in Amarante" - Los Campesinos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the gang is talking cocktails. What makes something a "cocktail" and not just a mixed drink? What's your go-to drink? Are clear alcohols really just for rich women on diets? Music: "Unless It's Kicks" - Okkervil River Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the guys are talking about tipping. Why do we tip? What happens in other places like Europe, where tipping isn't expected? That sort of thing. Sorry for the technical issues, though that means more Rae Sremmurd for you guys! Music: "This Could Be Us" - Rae Sremmurd ADDITIONAL READING Danny Meyer Is Eliminating All Tipping at His Restaurants - Eater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Pierce poses a question: If your smartphone did everything it currently does - except make phone calls - would you still buy/use it? Plus an apology and the latest entry in the long list of reboots. Music: "It Takes Two" - Mike Will Made-It, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Lil Yachty ADDITIONAL READING "The 36 Questions That Lead to Love" - New York Times "The End of Small Talk" - New York Times "How Mike Will Made It" - The New Yorker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
This week, the guys are talking about carbonated sugar syrup. That's right, it's an epi-soda (please excuse the terrible humor). Is Sprite terrible? Why do people drink diet sodas? Did you grow up with soda in the house? These questions and more, plus an apology from Pierce and a special movie marathon in Austin. Music: "Anything You Want" - Spoon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How has the local library's role in your life changed over time? That's what the guys are talking about this week. Also, an apology from Pierce and some pointed words for ESPN's Darren Rovell. "Not Your Mother's Library" in The Atlantic: http://theatln.tc/2jJESPJ Music: "Little House of Savages" - The Walkmen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the guys are talking about happy hours. They may have started as a way for working men to avoid their families after work (or maybe not - who knows?), but the more important question is: How do we experience them now? MUSIC: "(No One Knows Me) Like the Piano" - Sampha Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brunch: Is it just a meal, or is it something more? That's what the guys are talking about this week. Then, Pierce apologizes for toaster-pastry etiquette and Sean drops a very lukewarm Star Wars take. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
