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.

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Episodes

Bears, Balls, and ID4 - It's a Thing 119

Tom is seeing a new thing finding a way to bring positivity to July 4th, while Molly is not going to throw away her shot at streaming Hamilton. Then Tom is seeing the resurgence of spikeball, and Molly thinks ursine babies are the new hotness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 05, 2020•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast

PSA: It's Not the Government - It's a Thing 118

Tom and Molly discover a thingularity with the secret world of fireworks. Then Tom discovers the economics of Lil Yachty, and Molly is pressing Do Not Disturb on email. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 2020•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Gatekeeping Airplanes - It's a Thing 117

Molly and Tom are talking about the emergence of greater awareness about Juneteenth, explaining what the day represents. Then Tom is not being low key about a new way to be discrete, and Molly isn't gatekeeping her knowledge about the new thing with the youths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 2020•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Catching the Pale Chub - It's a Thing 116

This week, Tom has a lot of thoughts on the new phrase of 2020, and Molly find us roleplaying with morality. Then Tom is talking about appreciating bread butt, and then Molly has the app that's helping people beat the COVID-19 pounds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast

K-Pop, Amplifying, and Melatonin - It's a Thing 115

This episode recognizes the gravity of the week's events with Tom taking a K-pop victory lap, while Molly is amplifying voices that need to be heard. Then Tom has some timely reading recommendations, and then Molly is recognizing the mega sleep thing out there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 06, 2020•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Rising Above the Chum - It's a Thing 114

Tom sees Millennials proudly entering into "these darn kids" territory, then Molly finds that a Disney+ movie is resurfacing a thing from Eli's past. The Molly is projecting about the latest quarantine item, and Tom wants you to try some different reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 2020•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Where We Try to Sell Out to HSN - It's a Thing 113

Tom finds the latest quarantine music craze, while Molly thinks office ergonomics are becoming an all encompassing thing. Then Tom discovers that being superior is the new satisfactory, and Molly has a color changing cocktail of note. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 2020•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Scientific Proof of Adam Driver - It's a Thing 112

Tom is looking to our post-quarantine future, while Molly discovered the smiling charm of the Quokka. Then Tom is going all Karen on Molly's take on theme weekends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 16, 2020•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast

From the Before Times - It's a Thing 111

Every week Molly, Tom, and producer Rich put their ceaseless research of things into the a section of the show doc called The Bullpen. This week, we're clearing out all the things that didn't quite make the cut for a full episode. There's a lot of pre- and early-quarantine content in there, so sit back, relax, and listen to things like Gummis, AFK, and Champion sportswear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 09, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

A Surfeit of Flour - It's a Thing 110

Tom finds that people are returning to the earth to retaining their sanity, while Molly is dealing with a flour surfeit. Then there's a new TikTok Billboard hit, then Molly seeings throwing the phone blowing up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 03, 2020•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast

It's the Anti-Sourdough - It's a Thing 109

This week, Tom is seeing the effect of stay-at-home orders is having on workplace attire, while Molly is seeing the writing on the sidewalk. Then they discuss the latest lo-fi hotness, and the answer to the recent sourdough craze. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 25, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Get It Together Hasbro - It's a Thing 108

Tom finds an absurd proxy for COVID-19 online, while Molly just wants Hasbro to get it together. Then Tom discovers examples of face mask altruism, and Molly marvels at the gather sign people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 2020•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Winking Over the Mask - It's a Thing 107

Tom is listening to the hits Animal Crossing style, while Molly has seen a poorly named trend about hair care. Then grocery stores take on a key social role, and casual slippers are the thing. Plus a familiar voice from Tom and Molly's podcast past makes an appearance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11, 2020•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Sourdough Start Me Up - It's a Thing 106

Tom is whipping up the new coffee hotness, while Molly took a while to get started with a sourdough starter. Then Tom digs into the truth of Greg Peppers, and Molly is getting some cocktail takeout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 04, 2020•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Tiger King and the Age of the Flowbee - It's a Thing 105

This week, Tom talks about the latest Netflix craze sweeping over the quarantined masses, while Molly discusses the sudden rarity of a haircut. Then they discuss the craze of Club Quarantine and the best way to pass the time with VR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 2020•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Zoom Happy Hours - It's a Thing 104

After spending some more time in the basement, Tom has found caremongering to be a much needed thing, while Molly has to deal with a full calendar of virtual happy hours. Then, regular sports starts to take a turn into esports, and Molly discovers the Wirecutter has some SEO competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 21, 2020•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Hiding in the Basement Before It Was Cool - It's a Thing 103

This week, Tom is considering the enigma of the ultimate Chad, while Molly is noticing a new crossover SUV taking over. Then Tom discovers a new phobia and Molly has the new landscaping hotness.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 2020•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Cancelling in Retrograde - It's a Thing 102

This week, Tom has the perfect website for our COVID-19 affected times, and Molly wonders about a new heating and cooling trend. Then Tom gives a a buzzword breakthrough about upskilling, and Molly valiantly resists blaming Mercury in retrograde. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 07, 2020•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Horse Flesh, Spiders, and Pig's Blood - It's a Thing 101

Tom notices a luminous design trend from the future, and Molly digs deep into the eternal mystery of Shen Yun. Then Tom catches up on the latest ice cream trends, and Molly's trend makes everyone feel entrepreneurial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast

An Existential Faux Pas - It's a Thing 100

In this episode, Tom gets an interesting beverage on tap, while Molly explores a variety of varietals. Then Tom is picking up some classy coloring books, and Molly finds the newest tent hotness for the kiddos. Plus great emails from our listeners talk about Peppa Big, regional booze, and an overused word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 22, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Is Pig Yoga Competitive? - It's a Thing 99

This week, Tom is talking about the latest drug and booze things, while Molly takes on a more wholesome tone with sport and cooking. Plus, listeners weight in about bounding, a new travel mug, and Crocs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

There Are No Rules - It's a Thing 98

Tom starts off the show with some architecturally inspired fashion, and Molly thinks the Baja hoodie is making a comeback. Then they discuss a new take on the hot pot, and the emerging thingness of prefab ADUs. Plus, Crocs and socks are a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 08, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

We Refuse to Get Into Late-Stage Capitalism - It's a Thing 97

Tom talks about the harrowing battle for getting credit for watching shows on a streaming account, while Molly reflects on the peak thingness of succulents. Then they discuss why libraries are the pace to be, and and super cool dog food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 03, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Fine - It's a Thing 96

This week, Tom is seeing a resurgence of 80's puzzles, then isn't unimpressed by a new grammar trend. Molly counters with a terse text trend and accessories for a popular accessory. Plus things are intuitively eating themselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Packing It In - It's a Thing 95

Tom and Molly discover they have an Ur Thing this week and come up with a business plan in the process. Then Tom is using his eating intuition, while Molly revisits bidets. Plus some personal things have Tom visiting the bank and Molly discovering Instapot awesomeness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast

A Cross-Platform Culture Accommodation Service - It's a Thing 94

This week, Tom is back with a culinary thing from CES, and Molly is all about Muji. Then Tom thinks he hit a bulls-eye on a thing, and Molly is into bovine decor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 2020•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Brunch Zima - It's a Thing 93

Welcome to Season 6 of It's a Thing! Tom is back from Japan and he has a sizable breakfast and coffee things to discuss. Meanwhile Molly has seen the light on a new thing and sees a footwear stalwart returning to thingdom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 04, 2020•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Best of 2019 - It's a Thing 92

Enjoy a selection of the best things of the year. We put together an episode with some of our most prescient and hilarious things of 2019. See you in 2020! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 2019•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast

The Quinoa of Booze - It's a Thing 91

To close out 2019, Tom and Molly are clearing out the bullpen to start fresh for the New Year. They're running down all the almost-things that were candidates for other episodes. For every weighted blanket and VSCO girl, there's some single serve pour over coffee that stays in the bullpen. It's time to give them their due! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 20, 2019•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast

Hope for the Youth of America - It's a Thing 90

This week, Tom discovers water in a box that isn't boxed water, which might come in handy when Molly talks about thirst traps. Then they talk about socks being cool and the emo rap takeover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 2019•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast