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Profoundly Pointless

Explore Something New. Interviews on Science, Sex, Society and Sports. From CERN Particle Physicists and Professional Casino Cheats to Erotic Hypnotists and Olympic Athletes, every week we sit down with a guest from a different walk of life. The story is never the same but the goal always is, to learn something new. Named Best Interview Podcast in 2023, nominated in 2021 and 2022.
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Episodes

Sports with Yo-Yo World Champion Gentry Stein

Traveling the world, making good money, performing in front of thousands. This is the life of Yo-Yo World Champion Gentry Stein. We talk how he got started, day long practice sessions and if Yo-Yo is "cool". Then, John Shull reveals why his feet get so many compliments. And we discuss the Top 5 things you shouldn't do before noon.Gentry Stein: 02:09John Shull: 20:40Top 5 don'ts before noon: 44:53InstagramFacebookTwitterGentry Stein WebsiteGentry Stein YouTubeGentry Stein Instagram Learn more abo...

Jan 09, 201957 min

Health and wellness with Professional Cuddler Samantha Hess

Snuggle up, cause we're going into 2019 with some happiness. Professional Cuddler Samantha Hess joins the show. How she started her cuddling business, why touch is so important and if Big Spoon is really the best. Then, John Shull's moment of truth arrives. He unveils his yo-yo tricks video and we discuss the Top 5 best generic comebacks. You don't like it? Well, your mom does.Samantha Hess of Cuddle Up To Me: 1:29John Shull: 21:20Top 5 Generic Comebacks: 31:05InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more...

Jan 01, 201949 min

Satanist Stu de Haan of the Satanic Temple

They've been called "the most controversial religion in American history" and in this episode we find out why. Stu de Haan with the Satanic Temple of Arizona joins the show. We talk Satanism, religious freedom and after school programs. Then, John Shull gets mad over holiday movies. And we discuss the best three animals to take into battle.Stu de Haan: 2:09John Shull: 24: 13Top 5 Holiday Movies: 40:01InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 26, 201851 min

Futurists Brian David Johnson and Ryan O'Shea

This episode is all about the future. Futurists Brian David Johnson and Ryan O'Shea join the show to look at what's ahead in 2019 and beyond. We talk artificial intelligence, biotechnology, potential disasters and of course....jet packs. Then, John Shull answers tough questions about his YoYo tricks video. And we discuss the Top 5 worst Christmas gifts. Futurists Brian David Johnson and Ryan O'Shea: 02:22John Shull: 23:58Worst Christmas Gifts: 37:48InstagramFacebookTwitterRyan O'Shea: Twitter - ...

Dec 19, 201853 min

Christmas Special with Nicholas Ricketts of the Toy Hall of Fame

From Ataris to Wiffle balls, bikes to Tonka Trucks, we're talking toys with the man who knows them best. Nicholas Ricketts, the curator of the Strong Museum of Play and National Toy Hall of Fame joins the show. We talk illegal toys, childhood memories and what makes a toy Hall of Fame worthy. Then, John Shull reveals a shocking secret. One so surprising, it could cost him both of his two friends. Nicholas Ricketts: 03:52John Shull: 25:55Top 5 Toys: 51:55InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about ...

Dec 12, 20181 hr 8 min

Twitch streamer Natalie the Zombi Unicorn

Twitch streamer Natalie the Zombi Unicorn joins the show in this episode. We talk Twitch, her favorite video games, body painting and staying positive online. Next, John Shull starts a vicious debate over wolverines and woodchucks. And we discuss the Top 5 video game franchises.Zombi Unicorn: 3:01John Shull: 44:44Top 5 video game franchises: 1:12:30InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 05, 20181 hr 24 min

Chris Jai Alex on Kratos, movies and motivation

Kratos, the Rhino, Martian Manhunter, One Punch Man characters, Chris Jai Alex has played them all. He's probably even sold you wings. Get ready to be motivated as we talk music, movies, voice acting, anime, motion capture and more importantly....cereal. Next, John Shull takes time out of his busy Popcorn Chicken schedule to discuss the Top 5 holidays.Chris Jai Alex: 2:20John Shull's Fast Five: 33:06Top 5 Holidays: 51:41InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Nov 28, 20181 hr 2 min

AZ Powergirl Cara Nicole

This episode is all about going against the odds. AZ Powergirl Cara Nicole joins the show. We talk why she wanted to run for office, Powergirl and bad movies. Then, John Shull debuts a new segment he says will save the show. And we discuss the Top 5 Thanksgiving side dishes.Cara Nicole: 3:15John's Greatest Segment Ever: 24:50Thanksgiving: 45:24InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 201858 min

Sex worker Lily Allegro, the Cam Industry and Bison 40 times

In this episode we have a slightly NSFW conversation with Lily Allegro. How she got started in the sex industry, why she'll never quit and chickens. Yes, chickens. It will make sense if you listen. We then continue the animal theme with John Shull, who thinks he can outrun a bison. Why he can't and the Top 5 future technologies we're most looking forward to, all in this episode of Profoundly Pointless.Lily Allegro: 3:00John Shull: 33:40Future Tech: 45:30InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about ...

Nov 14, 20181 hr 3 min

Wrestling with Hulk Hogan and Peter Avalon

He graduated high school one day, the next he started his career as a Professional Wrestler. Peter Avalon, "The Biggest Man in Professional Wrestling" is our special guest this episode. We talk about how he got started, life on the independent circuit and the curious sex appeal of vampires. Next, John Shull is back with a Tip of the Week. We discuss the Top 5 Halloween costumes and how I'm online best friends with Hulk Hogan.Peter Avalon: 2:15Halloween Costumes: 28:01Help us answer this question...

Oct 31, 201859 min

Paranormal investigator Lee Roberts and the viral story of Teddy's Birthday Party

​We start this episode with the story of Teddy's birthday party. Then, it's all about the paranormal. Professional Ghost Hunter Lee Roberts joins the show to talk scary stories, what he really believes and searching for ghosts with Batman. Finally, John Shull is back to talk scariest movie villains and worst sayings. Teddy's Party: 1:00Lee Roberts: 4:22Scariest movie villains:31:02Worst sayings: 49:13 InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 201858 min

Straight stunting with stuntwoman Luci Romberg

She's been in blockbuster movies, set records in Ninja Warrior Japan and backflipped all over the world. Now, stuntwoman Luci Romberg joins the show. We talk her favorite stunts, freerunning and ambulance rides with Melissa McCarthy. We're also debuting our new random listener segment. Where we talk what would be the Top 5 most annoying animals if they could suddenly talk.​Luci Romberg: 3:00Josh Carrasco/Top 5 Action Movies:29:05Kylie Warren / Most annoying animals: 45:55InstagramFacebookTwitter...

Oct 17, 201859 min

Alone in Antartica with filmmaker Mattias Mayr

This episode is all about new adventures. We talk to explorer Mattias Mayr about being the first to step foot in parts of Antarctica. Why he navigated by kite, what skiing an untouched mountain is like and how 30 below feels. Then, NPC Competitor Rachel Karwas joins the show as our special guest co-host. We debate the best Halloween candies, five things guys shouldn't do and how she got a reputation as a hoodie thief.​Mattias Mayr: 2:20Rachel Karwas: 16:11InstagramFacebookTwitter"No Man's Land" ...

Oct 10, 201839 min

Digging up Dinosaurs

We get to go back in time this episode. All the way back to the time of the dinosaurs. Dinosaur hunter Levi Shinkle joins the show to talk finding fossils, Jurassic Park vs The Land Before Time, some big new finds and the Top 5 dinosaurs of all time. Then, in a startling revelation. John Shull shocks everyone by claiming that he doesn't believe in dinosaurs and that the Mazda Miata is an underrated car. Levi Shinkle: 1:50John Shull: 15:30Top 10/5ish: 29:02InstagramFacebookTwitterLike and subscri...

Oct 03, 201848 min

Cosplayer Reagan Kathryn

She's created costumes for everyone from Goku to Spider-Man and today professional Cosplayer Reagan Kathryn stops by the show. Her favorite characters, what it takes to make them come alive and how cosplay finally made her feel at home. Plus, we discuss the best fast food restaurants and most annoying thing about fall. Reagan Kathryn: 4:05 John Shull: 33:03 Top 10/5ish: 41.55 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 26, 201859 min

Social media influencer Kinsey Schofield

In this episode social media influencer, TV News Anchor and celebrity ghost blogger Kinsey Schofield stops by the show. We talk celebrity stories, how to know you're about to get dumped and the best ways to grow your brand on social media. John Shull gets into a fight over three pennies. Plus, the Top 5 Professional Wrestlers and worst email signatures. Kinsey: 2:30 John Shull and Top 10: 25:30 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 19, 201846 min

Sex with Professional Dominatrix Mrs. Elena De Luca

Thanks to professional dominatrix Mrs. Elena De Luca we learned a lot in this episode. She stops by to talk about her most interesting experiences. Why people shouldn't be ashamed of who they are. And why she's a hero in Belgium. John Shull manages to offend just about everyone. And we discuss the Top 10 names that tell you everything about someone. Mrs. Elena De Luca: 3:20 John Shull and Top 10: 26:30 InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 201846 min

Gambling with fruit

What kind of fruit could you throw the farthest? Somehow, this became a topic of conversation on this week's episode. Professional sports gambler Garrett Bradford stops by to talk running numbers and who to bet on this football season. Plus, what movies make you cry and the Top 10 things you don't know but other people seem to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 05, 201841 min

Dreaming of superpowers

Big news in this episode as we reveal some personal news and our new Fantasy Football promotion. Actor Tim Millard stops by to talk about chasing his dreams. John Shull reveals a ridiculous opinion on superpowers. And we discuss the Top 10 signs your Fantasy Football team will be awful.InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 201849 min

Fitness with NPC Competitor Rachel Smith

Are you man enough for the eliptical machine, can you wear jeans at the gym, have you heard of "hate eating" and are you a nervous parker? We answer those questions and more with personal trainer and NPC competitor Rachel Karwas. John Shull joins us with his tip of the week. And we take a look at the Top 10 most annoying driving habits.InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 201854 min

How to judge people

What's the best way to judge people? Look at their desk, there's some red flags there. John Shull gets mentally dominated after getting into an accident. And the Top 10 signs you've stopped trying in life.InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 201831 min

Into the beat lab

Lots of new stuff in this episode composed of straight fire. We debut our new intro music, Intern Michael struggles with life's easiest decisions and we discuss the worst advice we've ever got or given. Plus, what are the Top 10 most satisfying places on your face to pop a pimple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 08, 201833 min

Shirts off!!??

In this episode we investigate when you can no longer take your shirt off in public. Our new "podcast consultant" makes her debut and what the Top 10 worst household choresInstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 01, 201827 min

Who doesn't like you

In this episode we discus what percentage of the population doesn't like us. The search for a fishologist begins and Long John Silver's ain't taken no mess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 25, 201818 min

Not gonna make it

Is the only thing I'm good at worthless to society? Plus, 10 clothing choices that tell you everything about someone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17, 201819 min

Let's see where this goes

In this first episode we look back to see if I've ruined my life. Then, a comprehensive evaluation of the Top 10 kinds of meat. Also Ronaldo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 201816 min
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