No Filter Needed

Celebrating the podcast's one-year anniversary, the hosts reflect on growth, sobriety milestones, career changes, and evolving chemistry. They revisit early episodes, share personal updates, and play goofy games. The episode features a sour pickle challenge, nostalgic candy taste tests, and plans for future series and guest-focused episodes.

Hosts trade stories about mountain drives, baby naps, changing seasons, and road-trip dreams, then dive into ocean fears—from swordfish and sharks to thalassophobia—and thrill-seeking like skydiving and bungee jumping. Dom leads a Conspiracy Corner on the Great Unconformity, exploring geological mysteries, alien terraforming theories and mermaid rumors, and the episode closes with Netflix true-cri...

Four hosts and two guests ride through a chaotic episode: birthday partying turned brutal hangovers, an ER visit and a suspected stomach virus, and uplifting news about grandma’s successful cancer surgery. Between drunken stories they debate dream Super Bowl halftime acts, swap music and concert memories. After break everyone plays a dark and provocative ‘Would You Rather’ games that spark blunt,...

Hosts chat about everyday life — parenting struggles, car-cleaning confessions, a rapture joke, and plans to take a new GoPro to a corn maze. They announce Patreon previews and promise behind-the-scenes clips and taste-test extras. The episode’s highlight is a pair of spicy taste tests (Patreon-exclusive) featuring wicked-hot meat sticks and beef jerky loaded with habanero, scorpion and Carolina R...

The crew are all back! Listen as they dive into a freewheeling episode filled with workplace antics, DIY projects, and personal stories — from a gruesome thumb accident and welding practice to reshuffling the living room and hunting down a rare beer. They discuss surgeries, AI and robots, hair and beard care, caffeine habits, community service, and nostalgic drinking stories, with plans for Hallow...

This episode closes the Choice series by sharing the adopted son and birth mother’s side of the story — honest, emotional, and full of context. They talk about their evolving relationship, family boundaries, healing, memorable moments (like walking down the aisle), and the questions that finally get answered. The conversation balances humor and heart as they reflect on adulthood, identity, and how...

In this episode the hosts welcome special guest Eli to discuss his life as an adoptee, his relationship with his birth mother and NFN co-host Gennae. His struggles with mental health and recovery which lead to his drive to become a firefighter. Through candid conversation they cover identity, family dynamics, community service, and personal growth. Listeners hear stories from growing up adopted, r...

The hosts return with a heartfelt episode launching an adoption series. Gennae shares her experience with open adoption after getting pregnant at 13, the difficult family decisions, and meeting the adoptive parents who became part of their extended family. The conversation covers the emotional highs and lows of open adoption, how relationships evolved over the years with her son Eli, and the impac...

Dominic hosts a solo episode with personal updates about a family death, work, ADHD struggles, and longing for fall weather. He reacts to Reddit AITA stories, talks vaping and flavor differences, and reads listener comments. In the second half he presents a deep-dive on the unsolved 1922 Hinterkaifeck murders, and closes with podcast changes including a possible biweekly schedule and Patreon updat...

Hosts return for a light-hearted episode filled with wild Tinder stories, parenting realities (including a household stomach flu), and gym, sauna and vape confessions. They also discuss Colorado weed culture, probation/community service updates, and the highs and lows of daily life as parents. Expect candid takes on dating, relationships and future tech musings, plus announcements about upcoming s...

Welcome back to the No Filter Needed Podcast! This week, our hosts gather for an engaging discussion filled with laughter and insights. With regular co-host Gennae away on mom duty, the team is joined by special guest David, a long-time friend and co-worker. Together, they tread through varied topics - from the highs and lows of parenthood to the challenging paths of mental health recovery. David,...

The latest episode of No Filter Needed takes listeners on a journey through personal stories and reflections, diving into the emotional rollercoaster of returning from vacation. Hosts share their recent beach adventures, detailing the delight of finding seashells and the thrill of confronting ocean waves, with a humorous take on the perils of long car drives with kids. The discussion transitions i...

In this riveting episode of "No Filter Needed," hosted by Gennae, Richard, and Dom, the trio delves into the depths of depression, a critical mental health issue often cloaked in silence. As part of their ongoing Mind Full Or Mindful series, they uncover the less visible signs of depression and the silent battles many face every day. The hosts openly share personal stories, highlighting how depres...

Welcome to another episode of No Filter Needed, where Gennae, Dominic, and Richie are joined by long-time listener and special guest, Lynn. In this episode, they dive into the complex world of anxiety, exploring how it manifests in different forms and affects our everyday lives. As they share personal experiences and candid conversations, the hosts and guest discuss varied coping mechanisms, inclu...

Join the crew as they come together after a break, catching up on life events from the past few weeks, including celebrations and transitions. This episode delves into the exciting changes happening within the podcast, introducing a fresh series approach to future episodes. The team shares personal stories about transitioning to new jobs, the challenges, and joys that come with such changes, and t...

Welcome to another captivating episode of No Filter Needed Patreon Edition, where conversations with Aunty Jenni, Nina/ Aunt Gina, Brianna, and the hosts take unexpected turns into the world of conspiracies and mysteries. Join us as we delve into tales of interdimensional beings, extraterrestrial theories, and the secrets hidden within our oceans. We explore the tales of Bigfoot, government experi...

In this episode of No Filter Needed, the crew dives into their recent adventures by the lake, sharing stories of sun-soaked afternoons, sandcastles, and paddleboarding mishaps. With family get-togethers and birthday celebrations adding flavor to their week, there's no shortage of fun anecdotes. The conversation shifts to future plans, as the team discusses an upcoming Metallica concert and the log...

Join the crew as they dive into a lively episode filled with laughter and candid conversations. Recording live from the great outdoors, they recap surviving a wild birthday week and reminisce about a heartfelt wedding ceremony. Listen in as they discuss the unique joys and challenges of parenthood, and share their insights and stories on navigating through life's ups and downs. In a lighter segmen...

Welcome to another lively episode of No Filter Needed, where we kick off Gemini season with a bang and celebrate Gennae and Dom's birthdays in style. Join your hosts as they dive into an eclectic mix of topics, including the intricate dynamics of Gemini traits and their impact on social interactions. With special guest Sean, a proud Scorpio celebrating Pride Month, this episode is filled with laug...

Join us in the latest episode as we dive deep into the fun and chaotic weekend escapades. From hitting the local pool and interacting with playful kids to discussing weight loss triumphs, there’s never a dull moment. Experience the highs and lows of the social scene as we recount stories of anxiety-inducing dabs and navigating the Tiktok fame game. Whether it’s shooting viral content or sharing la...

In this episode of "No Filter Needed," hosts Rich, Gennae and Dom welcome guest Wyatt to delve into a world of flavor and fun. They kick things off by catching up on life updates, from Wyatt’s recent experiences to Dominic's milestone of coming off probation. The conversations are humorous, candid, and full of playful banter. The hosts then dive into a snack-tasting adventure, reviewing a diverse...

Join the crew as they reunite after weeks of being apart to delve into the intriguing and perplexing case of the Yuba County Five, often dubbed America’s version of the Dyatlov Pass incident. As they catch up on recent happenings and personal updates, the discussion takes a mysterious turn, enveloping listeners in the chilling story of five men who vanished under dubious circumstances. Listeners a...

In this heartwarming episode, we reunite with Savannah as we all share our experiences of attending a family wedding filled with joyous moments and tears. The conversation delves into the importance of family support and the unique dynamics of their close-knit family. Transitioning into discussions about parenthood, Savannah and co-hosts Dom and Gennae tackle the complex decisions surrounding chil...

Join Gennae and Dominic in this engaging episode as they discuss the ups and downs of their new health and wellness journey, including experiences with weight loss and beginning new peptide therapies. Discover how they balance their daily routines, manage cravings, and adapt to lifestyle changes, with a little humor and a lot of real talk. The duo also dives into the intriguing world of Gemini tra...

This week's special episode gives listeners a Patreon-exclusive preview featuring stories from the "Am I the Asshole?" segment. Dominic and co-hosts dive into personal tales, discussing boundaries within families, unexpected relationship challenges, and the complexities of modern parenting. From a missing Snickers bar causing unexpected tears to a mother-in-law moving too close for comfort, the ho...