Alexander Holland & John Maloney

Don't Praise The Machine (DPTM)

Comedy EN ↓ 268 episodes

Al and John grew up together in the 1990s but now live on opposite sides of the world. Each week, they get together through the magic of the Internet to catch up, make each other laugh and try to make sense of it all. The result is a funny, surreal and thought-provoking excursion through the arcane recesses of pop culture and technology, and the mysteries of everyday life. What’s it like to have a virtual companion? Did Hilaria Baldwin really pretend to be Spanish? Why did movies used to have a rap in the credits to explain their own plot? Get in touch at hello@dptm.org or find us on IG @dont_...

Author

Alexander Holland & John Maloney

Category

Comedy

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

#93 - Bavarian Swing Daddies 16.01.2023

This week, on the 93rd episode of a podcast spiritually anchored in ’93, John continues his Laotian promo tour and the podbrothers consider the stayers and faders of the 90s musical canon. Link to 90s Music Survey Data https://pudding.cool/2020/07/song-decay/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#92 - From Laos With Love 09.01.2023

This week, on the world’s first Laotian-German podcast, Al and John kick off 2023 discussing new year’s resolutions, constructive YouTube use and lavatorial AI applications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#91 - The Annual Schplargmas Special 2022 24.12.2022

This week, pour yourself a wet nog and let the podbrothers warm you with good cheer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#90 - Ozempic Spirit 19.12.2022

This week, the podbrothers talk chill pills, conversation cards and end-of-year DPTMer engagement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#89 -Don't Praise The Machine, Let's Chat Instead! 12.12.2022

In this episode, we explore the wacky world of ChatGPT, the newest language model on the block. With its impressive ability to generate human-like text, ChatGPT is quickly becoming the go-to tool for everyone from comedians looking for punchlines to politicians looking for the perfect soundbite. But is this technology all fun and games, or is there a dark side to our new robot overlords? Tune in t...

#88 - In A World 05.12.2022

This week, the podbrothers trace the decline of movie trailer voiceovers, the rise of digitally-assisted eavesdropping and Australia's colonial history; and Al wins the lottery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#87 - The Jaw of Attraction 28.11.2022

This week, the podbrothers pasodoble their way through facial toning exercises, ballroom politics and Nordic normcore, and make time to respond to some delightful DPTMer feedback. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#86 - The Gospel According to Mark(y Mark) 21.11.2022

This week, the podbrothers dissect pious celebrity endorsements, unsubscribing hacks and marathon puffers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#85 - Playback Politeness 14.11.2022

This week Al and John meditate on time-compressed conversations, breakfast nooks of the rich and famous and catchy country classics; and share some brilliant insights from the Don't Praiser community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#84 - Pandora's Omelette 07.11.2022

This week, the podbrothers take on digital assistants, augmented Ubers, the latest cinematic juggernaut and James Corden's deepening woes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#83 - 1-900-SCHPLARG 31.10.2022

This week, the podbrothers call into a neglected nook of tech history, and Al comes clean about his struggle with the white stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#82 - Corden Blues 24.10.2022

This week, the podbrothers examine the blow-up at Balthazar, a late 90s folk rock masterpiece, the emergence of DPTM merch and the potential of social sliders.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#81 - I Don’t Know What’s Real At All Anymore 17.10.2022

This week, Al and John look at long haul flying, highlights of the Tempelhof kitchen and fake faces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#80 - Ich Bin Ein Don’t Praiser 10.10.2022

 This week, a very special IN-PERSON episode, recorded at DPTM’s legendary Tempelhof studios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#79 - Creaking on Sunshine 03.10.2022

This week, John and Al speak on musical alter egos, floral friends, Caledonian adventures and slang trends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#78 - Comedy Bonus 26.09.2022

This week, Al and John consider east end adventures, subpar rock star sexts and real fast runners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#77 - Now That's What I Call A Hot Schplarg 19.09.2022

This week, John and Al pore over decaffeinating, the magic of the Emmys, the passing of Her Majesty and Melbourne street art royalty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#76 - Ploofman’s Platter 12.09.2022

This week, Al and John contemplate luxurious staples, Apple updates and the public proliferation of ploofing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#75 - Flirtual Insanity 05.09.2022

This week, the podbrothers don their haptic codpieces and explore metaverse courtship, midlife musical exploration and pastry hustles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#74 - Yes, My Gatekeeper 29.08.2022

This week, John and Al talk Australian folk heroes, Shaq attacks and an exciting new DPTM partnership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#73 - Birthday Beans 22.08.2022

This week, Al celebrates a momentous birthday, and John tries to get Real. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#72 - Topes and Dreams 15.08.2022

This week, the podbrothers pore over a German-Australian mystery, emotional emojis, hippy enclaves and of course, Eiffel 65. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#71 - Hulks In Law 08.08.2022

 This week, a flying visit to the podbrothers’ state of origin; and a post-mortem analysis of a rare Hollywood misstep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#70 - The Return of the Somerton Man 01.08.2022

This week, the podbrothers revisit one of the great mysteries of our time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#69 - The Life Macquatic 25.07.2022

 This week, enjoy a cafe au lait at the Hôtel des Schplarges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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