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Episode 65: Uncanny Silicone Valley: The Broligarchy, AI and Mar-a-lago Face Alena tells us what the Broligarchy is reading and takes us down the AI rabbit hole!  It is a truely singular event! Jeanette tells you how to get that "perfect" look to please dear leader.     Artificial intelligence, AI safety, ChatGPT, Silicon Valley, AI singularity, AI ethics, technology and society, women in tech, AI...

We're back!!!   Bringing you all the news you CAN'T use!  After a two year break, we are happy to bring you a brand new episode from the Womanisphere (and more to come)! In this episode, Jeanette gives her first hand account of the 50th Anniversary of the Icelandic Women's Day Off and Alena tells us how to avoid dating your relatives in Iceland.  Inspiration from Iceland sung by Rebecca Gardiner…...

  Episode 64: Way Out West Western Movies and The Woke West Jeanette shares her Western expertise, and sooo many winter movie recommendations (as long as they are Westerns). Alena talks about what The West was really like, and its not like you see in the movies!   Jeanette's Western Watch List   Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!  Podcast Music by Basement Face Topics Include: West...

Episode 63: Getting in the Christmas Spirits Holiday Drinks and The Marshmallow Test Alena takes us on a deep dive on the history of favorite holiday drinks.  Jeanette debunks the marshmallow test.    Podcast Music by Basement Face  

Episode 62: Oh Hey Satan!   The Satanic Temple and The Illuminati Guess who's back!  It's US, your favorite podcast duo, and we are so excited to be at it again! In this episode, Jeanette tells us all about The Satanic Temple and their noble works. Alena gives us a "fact" filled report on celebrity Faustian bargains with the Illuminati.   Donate to The Satanic Temple's campaigns here And see their...

  Episode 61: To Catch a Leprechaun  Dying the Chicago River Green and How to Catch a Leprechaun In this episode Jeanette tells us the history of dying the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day.  Alena gives you the definitive way to catch a leprechaun. 100% backed by science.    Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!   Podcast Music by  Basement Face  

Episode 60: A Higher Road Interview with author D. Neil Elliott A conversation with D. Neil Elliott about his journey to spiritual discovery.      Check out his book:   A Higher Road: Cleanse Your Consciousness to Transcend the Ego and Ascend Spiritually     Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Podcast Music by Basement Face

Episode 59: Mark it a Hall-A-Day Hallmark Holiday Movies and Hall and Oates Call Line Alena takes a deep dive into the Hallmark Holiday Movie machine. Jeanette gives you some numbers you can call for a little holiday pickme up. Bonus Content! Join our Patreon page and get a pack of 15 Hallmark Bingo Cards created by Alena!  The ONLY way to enjoy Hallmark movies! Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Get a...

Episode 58: Its Crystal Clear James Madison's Crystal Flute and Crystal Skulls Jeanette tells us the real history of the Republicans most beloved musical instrument.   Alena uncovers the mystery of the 13 crystal skulls. Bonus cult talk and listener shaming.    Video of Lizzo Playing Crystal Flute   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first...

Episode 57: The 'Ol Razzle Dazzle Dazzle Boats and Vajazzling Alena tells us about dazzle boats, and we are still not convinced they are real. Jeanette tells us about vajazzling/pejazzaling. Bonus rant about Cup Noodles     Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and fl...

Episode 56: Roe vs….. Norma McCorvy and Caviar  Jeanette tells us about the woman who became Jane Roe- Norma McCorvy. Alena explains the difference between Roe and Caviar.  When does life begin for a fish? An episode full of "well actually…" moments you can impress your friends with.       Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: F...

The Professor and The Madman by Simon Winchester Our second Superfluous Book Club episode, our first Lil' Tiny Minisode! This shortie is about the fantastic book "The Professor and The Madman'' by Simon Winchester.   Spoilers abound, so you might want to read it first (or just get the summary from us and look smart without the work).   Next Superfluous Book Club pick is: "The Psychopath Test" by J...

Jeanette and Alena interview the incredible artist Lance Delao.  Delao works primarily with duct tape, making photorealistic portraits.  His work has been featured most recently at the Van Gogh Interactive exhibit that is traveling the country.  He is a master of manifestation and an inspiration for following your dreams!   You can find his amazing art on Instagram: @artbydelao and on his website:...

Episode 54: Superfluous Book Club: Moonwalking With Einstein  Our first book club!  We read the fantastic book Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer In this episode we discuss the book.  Don't worry if you haven't read it, we will give you the cliff notes.  But if you would like to read it, it will enhance your listening experience! Our next Superf...

Episode 53: The Rubes: Machines and Cubes Rube Goldberg Machines and Blindfolded Rubik's Cube How can you make that easy task way harder?   Alena tells us about the man behind the machine, Rube Goldberg.  Jeanette tells us about solving Rubik's Cubes while blindfolded and the insane memory skills that it entails.  First Superfluous Book Club pick: Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of...

  Episode 52: Abominations in the Attic VC Andrews and Blanche Monnier Jeanette tells about the author VC Andrews, who is responsible for warping a whole generation of readers (Gen X I'm talking about you…) Alena tells us about a REAL flower in the attic, the tragic story of Blanche Monnier Flowers In the Attic book review: Flowers in the Attic (V.C. Andrews) | Horror Book Review | RANT Flowers In...

Episode 51: Urine Luck! Jeanette "does her own research" to see if drinking urine improves your health (spoiler: she does NOT drink her own pee).  Alena tells us about the latest hustle of using your own farts to make those dollar dollar bills.  Meth Pee Story: Jessa Reed - Meth Pee - This Is Not Happening - Uncensored King of Farts: King of Farts Banned from Walmart Please like, subscribe, and le...

Episode 50: Lady Buds; Interview with Chiah Rodriques In this episode we are joined by our good friend, and total badass, Chiah Rodriques!  Chiah is a cannabis grower, business owner, artist, and mom living in Northern California.  She was recently featured in " Lady Buds '' a documentary about women in the cannabis industry.  She talks to us about legalization, legacy, and the vital importance of...

Episode 49: Meat on Meat: Cram That PieCaken Up Your Turducken Hole Just in time for Thanksgiving, Alena tells us what meats you can cram into other meats.  She also covers historic meat cramming in days of yore.  Then Jeanette tells about how to get away with making just one massive dessert all mashed together. Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: ht...

Episode 48: Hot Gossip of the 80's Jeanette gives you the truth about the biggest celebrity gossip of the 80's: Richard Gere and Gerbiling, Mikey's death by PopRocks, and Rod Stewart's upset stomach. Then Alena tells us about Pazuzu Algarad, the Suburban Cannibal Killer.    Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscend...

Get your medical training here!  Alena tells us how to spot a psychopath.  Then, Jeanette tells us about the first (and hopefully last) psychopath robot, Norman. Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincool...

Episode 46: Lobstah Mukbang Jeanette tells us about the most delicious bug in the sea, the lobster.  Then, Alena revisits the world of ASMR this time with a seafood mukbang.   Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!     Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental

Episode 45: Reunited and it Feels So Good Jeanette visits Alena in LA!  Just in time for the TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the podcast, they are recording for the first time in person!   Just the gals shooting the sh*t this episode, no theme. Thanks to Ben, Kirsten and Jessica for the questions!   Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/...

Episode 44: Meet the Reaper Hot Sauce, Pepper Tasting and the Scoville Rating Mouth sounds abound!  Our special guests Jim (Alena's dad) and Phoenix (Jeanette's son) join us to taste the spiciest of hot peppers and sauces.  Jeanette drinks wine. Give us your topic ideas on Twitter!  Use the hashtag (pound sign) #superfluouspod.  If we choose your topic for a show, we will send you a special goodie...

Episode 43: Vaxers and Waxers Anti-Vaxxers and Hair Removal Jeanette takes us through the history of Anti-Vaxxers (spoiler- we have always had them).  Alena talks about your hair down there- how do you let your garden grow? Give us your topic ideas on Twitter!  Use the hashtag (pound sign) #superfluouspod.  If we choose your topic for a show, we will send you a special goodie!   Please like, subsc...