Quick Question with Soren and Daniel

The guys discuss Daniel's persistent back pain and the struggle to continue his intense fitness regimen, incomprehensible communications with his health insurance company that somehow involve four different dollar amounts, and the existential crisis of being told by a smug younger doctor that he's simply "getting old," plus their continued quest to be the gentle alternative to Joe Rogan's podcast...

Soren continues his unexpected deep dive into The Bachelor with a detailed breakdown of the "Fantasy Suites" episodes, where the final three women get overnight dates with Grant. The guys analyze the emotional manipulation built into the show's format and how contestants deal with knowing their potential partner is sleeping with multiple people while professing love to each of them. Plus: an under...

The guys discuss what modern technology would impress their 17-year-old selves, the downsides of smartphones, and the music that never made it to streaming services. Plus, Daniel reveals himself as the keeper of records for a forgotten band that now only exists on his homemade mix CD. Follow the guys on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sorenbowie.bsky.social/ https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrien...

Soren provides his eagerly anticipated Bachelor recap as the season reaches hometown dates, offering analysis of the remaining contestants including the Mormon from Wyoming, the Italian from Boston, and of course, Quick Question's favorite speech therapist. The guys dissect the nature of reality dating shows, from manufactured drama to the complete absence of actual relationship discussions. Plus:...

Daniel's new home becomes a revolving door for heating technicians as he battles a failed boiler, perpetually cold rooms, and ancient bleeding valves. Plus: the liberating joy of a Slack outage, the special anxiety of 3-4 hour service windows, the disappearance of customer service emails, and Daniel's compulsive basement "maintenance checks". Follow the guys on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/so...

WGA Award-Winner Daniel O'Brien shares his thoughts on the importance of the WGA despite the aesthetic appeal of the award itself. Then it’s time for the 2nd installment of our semi-or-maybe-it’s-bi-weekly analysis of The Bachelor, where Soren follows the journey of a speech therapist acquaintance who received a first impression rose but may not be destined for victory according to Bachelor expert...

Soren’s wondering how often his food gets spit in, but not before Daniel’s flooded basement prompts a conversation about the wet business of home ownership, how plumbing is basically just legos, and the debt we owe to suspiciously well-equipped fathers. Follow the guys on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sorenbowie.bsky.social/ https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrien.bsky.social Thanks to Rocket Mo...

Soren takes Daniel on a journey through Bachelor Nation, but not before the guys, who are probably not Puddle of Mudd, reminisce about the challenges of managing the Cracked staff and losing battles to Cody Johnston’s chaotic creative process. Plus how MTV reality TV producers can take your entire personality and reduce it to “I like to party” with just a few well-placed edits. - Follow the guys o...

The guys investigate sleep-adjacent media tropes, from impossibly matching pajama sets to pointlessly long nightcaps. Plus, why “what were you smoking?” is the least favorite question of writers around the world and an answer to one of life’s most enduring questions– who is Normal Al? Follow the guys on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sorenbowie.bsky.social/ https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrien...

Daniel shares the highs and lows of buying a home, from celebrating firsts with his wife to dealing with movers who left half their stuff in an alley. The guys reflect on what it means to always be at the mercy of banks, payroll departments, and internet companies, with no levers to pull when things go wrong. Plus, Soren’s irrational approach to DIY projects and the mystery of what’s hiding in the...

Soren and Daniel start with some wholesome pet content before venturing into 1992's Ladybugs, a perfect distillation of the elaborate setups 90s movies required to get to their basic premises. Plus: why does Tom Hanks need to be the Steve Jobs of FedEx before he can get stranded on an island? And why does Robin Williams need an entire divorce arc before he can vacuum to Aerosmith? Follow the guys...

Daniel's recording through day three of what his urgent care doctor insists is "just a sinus infection," but the guys still manage to spiral into a surprisingly coherent discussion about climate change, insurance companies, and how capitalism has convinced us all that working-while-sick is somehow a technological achievement. Plus: the slow evolution of nice sweaters into cleaning sweaters. Follow...

The guys tackle the impossible question of when kids should get phones and the complicated experience of parenting in a world full of outside influences, plus reminisce about their own extremely dated internet influences, and somehow manage to defend Stone Cold Steve Austin as a positive role model.  Thanks to Rocket Money for sponsoring this episode. RocketMoney.com/qq.  Reach your financial goal...

Happy new year! The guys discuss the utility of New Year's Day, lists in theory, and the ups and downs of Daniel's attempt to buy a home. Plus, remembering Denzel Washington in John Q and a PSA from Soren about Pinatas. Thanks to RocketMoney for sponsoring this episode. RocketMoney.com/qq.  Reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Follow the guys on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/da...

We catch up with friend of the pod Alex Goldman to compare notes on making and naming a podcast (+ what Soren and Daniel can learn from Kraftwerk) before handing over the reigns to a full episode of Alex’s brilliant new podcast Hyperfixed, the help desk for life’s most intractable problems. Learn more about the show and submit your problems at hyperfixed.com.   We’ll be back to our regular program...

The guys talk about Deadpool, weigh in on the “Is Ryan Reynolds Funny?” discourse, and give Hugh Jackman his flowers. Plus Daniel doesn’t realize he’s living a vague parallel to Nick Cannon’s Drumline and Soren’s fed up with the youth.  Thanks to Masterclass for sponsoring this episode. Need a gift idea? Head over to Masterclass.com/QQ for the current offer.   Thanks to Factor for sponsoring this...

The guys discuss the intricacies of thank you card politics before Soren gets curious about his criminal cullpability.  Thanks to Factor for sponsoring this episode. FACTORMEALS.com/50QQ and use code 50QQ to get 50% off your 1st box plus free shipping while your subscription is active. Thanks to Rocket Money for sponsoring this episode. Thanks RocketMoney.com/qq.  it could save you hundreds a year...

The guys talk writers' rooms, the pressure of writing jokes on the spot, and the good and bad of Gladiator 2, from Denzel to Ridley Scott's accent agnosticism to whether or not Paul Mescal has The Juice. Follow the guys on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrien.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/sorenbowie.bsky.social Bonus episodes 2x/month at patreon.com/quickquestion OR Apple Podcasts

The guys make a list of songs that feel like Thanksgiving, Daniel takes aim at two beloved American musical acts, and Soren tries to sing Mary J. Blige. Let us know your picks for secretly-about-thanksgiving songs!  Support the pod and get a bonus episode twice a month for $5/month at patreon.com/quickquestion, or on Apple Podcasts!  Thanks to Masterclass for sponsoring this episode. Need a gift i...

The guys talk about the movies so bad they make you apathetic, from Challengers to Asteroid City. Plus Soren’s approach to The Penguin, why airplanes are the most emotionally resonant place to watch a film, and what Tinker Tailor Solder Spy can teach us about Rollerball. Thanks to Rocket Money for sponsoring this episode. RocketMoney.com/qq.  it could save you hundreds a year.  00:00: New Energy,...

The guys talk the things people swear are good but are in fact bad, like swimming and concerts. They also discuss the top-heavy nature of halloween playlists and the nature of sports fandom.  Thanks to Factor for sponsoring this episode. FACTORMEALS.com/qq50 and use code qq50 to get 50% off your 1st box plus 20% off your next  month. Follow the guys on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrie...

The boys are BACK and BOTH are MARRIED! They talk about Daniel's wedding, Soren's experience with Jersey City, and their early memories of love songs. Support the pod and get an extra episode every other Friday for $5/month at www.patreon.com/quickquestion or on Apple Podcasts with a quick scan of the ol' face. Thanks to Shopify for sponsoring this episode. Sign up for a $1/month trial period at s...

Daniel's taking a much deserved week off, so today we're unlocking a recent bonus episode about Daniel's bachelor party. We'll be back with a new episode next week!  The guys discuss Daniel's bachelor party and the difficulty of speaking about an upcoming bachelor party when you are unsure if your best friend and co-host is invited. You can support the pod and find plenty more exclusive episodes f...

The guys dive headfirst into an existential debate—can bandanas actually be fashionable? The jury's still out but Soren reflects on his own tragic middle school headband days. Meanwhile, Daniel celebrates his childlike enthusiasm and the question arises: how much daily whimsy and wonder can a relationship handle? If you want additional bat, spider, hawk, and fish content every other Friday, it onl...

The guys discuss the subtleties of Goon (2011) as well as the going-ons of social media platforms your aunts and uncles may find themselves on, and the grim subtleties of getting Got. If you want bonus content every other Friday, you won’t get-got, and it only costs $5 at www.patreon.com/quickquestion Follow the guys on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrien.bsky.social https://bsky.app/pr...