It's A Thing

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It's A Thing

It's a Thing is a decidedly off-topic show. It's a show about trends. It's a show about obsessions. It's a show about sneakers, becoming a plant lady, buying a house (holy cow, sewers), books, food (holy cow, lining up for pastries). It's about things that are already a thing, might become a thing, always have been a thing, or are only things in our own minds. And of course, it's about your things! If a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, this show is us tying our shoes. And talking about it.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Post Pumpkin Spice Latte - It's a Thing 89

This week, Tom thinks he's found the new post-pumpkin spice flavor of the season, while Molly weighs the merits of CBD for dogs. Then they discuss all things chonk, and why poop is now socially acceptable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 08, 2019•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Deeply Hip Gen Z Con - It's a Thing 88

To unwind after Thanksgiving, Tom is enjoying fine glass of sherry, while Molly curls up with her weighted blanket. Then they try to untangle why ComplexCon lives up to its name while making everyone hungry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 2019•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Glassware is in the Air - It's a Thing 87

This week, Tom thirsts for some metal banded drinking glasses, while Molly makes the case that swoll vegans are a thing. Then they both want to take a trip to Columbia while listening to Mr. Sandman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 2019•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast

The NeverEnding Life Savers Storybook - It's a Thing 86

Tom takes umbrage with a holiday-related unthing, while Molly is looking at teddy coats to keep warm this winter. Then Tom has a bead on the new wedding song for Millennials, while Molly finds the dark side of wine-based decor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 2019•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Mernicorn Party - It's a Thing 85

Molly was trapped in a bouncy castle this week, so Tom and Producer Rich are talking about the things. This week Rich thinks mermaids are entering a whole new world of thingness, while Tom is kicking back with some canned wine. Then they discuss the effect of YouTube on kid's entertainment and if coffee omelette is better marketing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 11, 2019•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Molly's Rule of Threes - It's a Thing 84

This week, Tom is all about them donut walls, while Molly is tipping back some single-serving alcohol. Then they crank the XTC while trying to find a trip-sitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 06, 2019•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

It All Started With Lizzo - It's a Thing 83

In this episode, Molly discusses why Chipotle is back while Tom is watching quality children's entertainment. Then they hate on an astrological sign and give Yelp a yelp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 2019•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Hyper Kinetic Things - It's a Thing 82

Tom is seeing boxy signage at the mall while Molly is hearing a lot about Fleetwood Mac. Then Molly and Tom think Urban Farming is approaching thing escape velocity and periods are definitely a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 2019•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

The Case of the Magically Shrinking Attention Span - It's a Thing 81

Molly and Tom both do microcasts while they hop on-board with Mario Kart. Then Tom gives a Korean beauty thing update, and Molly discovers her texts are hilarious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast

One Giant Teenager - It's a Thing 80

Tom and Molly drive a Subaru Crosstrek to do some sad fishing. Then they go corset-free to drink some coffee out of their small Yeti tumblers. Plus listeners email in with the hidden secrets of arugula, and commercials are an awesome way to distract us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 08, 2019•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Cashing In On Escapism Privilege - It's a Thing 79

Molly is cancelling Tom's plan to extols the virtues of Tekashi 6ix 9ine. Then they discuss the puffy vests of vegetables. Plus, is someone giving Fordo a run for her money? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 2019•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast

It's Your Thing - It's a Thing 78

Molly lost her voice, so this week Tom and producer Rich are talking about your things! They discuss amazing listener emails about cargo pants, all things VSCO, proper thing disclosure, potential time traveling things, and so much more. NOTE: One email has two harsh words near the top of the episode, cover little ears if needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 21, 2019•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Developing Yacht Rock That Slaps - It's a Thing 77

Tom checks on if we've hit peak Yacht Rock and Molly discovers that instant cameras are the new hotness. Plus Tom gets hip to the new slang, and Molly introduces him to Chef's Kiss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 2019•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

The Rosé of 2019- It's a Thing 76

Molly is taking a sip on the new hot autumnal drink, orange wine, while Tom discusses getting to know your number neighbor. Then they discuss the sudden emergence of self-balancing one-wheeled transportation, and the latest in psychedelics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 07, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Girls Be VSCO - It's a Thing 75

Tom is back from his world travels, and Molly is back from Minnesota, so that must mean they talked about some things. Tom is fascinated by Mukbang packages at hotels, while Molly finds out the hottest tote bag comes with a New Yorker subscription. Then they discuss VSCO girls and the emergence of spritzes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 02, 2019•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Flashback: The Secret World of Vacuum Cleaners - It's a Thing 15

No regular show this week, so we though we'd share a classic flashback episode in the feed. It may have been six years ago, but Tom and Molly are getting the dirt on Vacuum Cleaner culture. This may be the first time they declared a thing part of a larger culture. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 2019•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Making the Call to the Bullpen - It's a Thing 74

This week Molly and Tom are clearing all the things that didn't quiet make the regular show, something we lovingly call The Bullpen. They're talking about the meta-thing of declaring things culture, then digging into decorating, foxtail guards, weekday weddings, sobriety, and more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 17, 2019•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Pot and Lemon Verbena - It's a Thing 73

Tom and Molly say "sksksksk" to pot and lemon verbena in everything, while they drink their drip coffee and do a Saturday morning crossword puzzle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12, 2019•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

United Forever in Friendship and Labor - It's a Thing 72

This week, Tom and Molly discuss if mixed gender sports are a thing while they hum a few bars of their new anthem jam. Then they try to decipher some doggo speak, and discover that self-sanitizing is the new anti-bacterial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 03, 2019•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Where We Add BTS To Every Show Title - It's a Thing 71

Tom takes a little trip down Seoul Town Road and Molly ponders the relevance of John Mulaney. Then Tom recognizes Hustlers while Molly moves out with a Sprinter van. Plus things from you, including email(s) from Fordo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29, 2019•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Shrub Don't Care - It's a Thing 70

It's been a long week, so Tom is taking a cool drink of shrub. To relax, Molly's taking her super hip half-teardrop camper glamping for the weekend. Also Tom is seeing Panama hats adjacent to a former Beatle and Molly thinks workouts to create" the shelf" are a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 2019•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Long Black's Journey Into Night - It's a Thing 69

Tom has seen the long black and flat white taking off worldwide, while Molly discovers cosmetic masks at drug stores. Then they discuss cool water bottles and introverts. And we get a teen update from Eli! Plus a listener let's us know about Mongolian Metal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 2019•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

The Death of Retail Is Great For All Of Us - It's a Thing 68

Tom sees some smiling faces and Molly wants the Gap to embrace the weight of their nostalgia. Meanwhile country is back and turmeric is delicious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 05, 2019•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Viva Sihanoukville - It's a Thing 67

Molly and Tom discuss the emergence of Chinese science fiction into the world of things. Then they look at wheeled mobility coming into its own, the latest 90s nostalgia meme music, and Chinese Monaco. Plus listeners weigh in on bras and Bob Ross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 2019•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Let's Talk About Beers and Bras - It's a Thing 66a CORRECTED AUDIO

Producers note: the first version posted on Friday night had a mixdown issue that caused there to be an echo. Apologies!!!! Corrected version is here. This week, Tom is still riding the high of the St. Louis Blues Stanley Cup win. He's talking about grabbing a Bud infused with Gloria. Molly chills him out by talking about Bob Ross being a thing again. Then they talk about selling clothes on DePop and bras.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 23, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Let's Talk About Beers and Bras - It's a Thing 66

This week, Tom is still riding the high of the St. Louis Blues Stanley Cup win. He's talking about grabbing a Bud infused with Gloria. Molly chills him out by talking about Bob Ross being a thing again. Then they talk about selling clothes on DePop and bras. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Buying A Ghost Brand - It's a Thing 65

This week, Tom thinks the specter of ghost brands is definitely a thing. Meanwhile Molly considers the Instagram-friendly phenomenon of Pop-Up Museums. Then they discuss the moment Beyond Meat is having, and why everyone is loving Keanu Reeves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 08, 2019•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

A Heat Sink For Canadian Rage - It's a Thing 64

In this episode, Tom is all about that Drake drama, while Molly talks about why Minecraft is a thing again. Then they discuss abandoning personal brands, and why people are all about anxiety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 01, 2019•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast

A Sober Look at Lizzo - It's a Thing 63

This week, Tom discovers sober pubs are awesome, and Molly literally sings the praises of Lizzo. Plus is Shakshuka your new breakfast thing? And we go ham on some biltong.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 2019•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast

All About Yves - It's a Thing 62

Tom discovers the Canadian wonder that is butter tarts, while Molly realizes that Yves Klein Blue is having a moment. Plus, is default the new basic? And face clocks are hard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 2019•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast